easterly

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Like previous tests, the company plans to launch the Starship spacecraft on an easterly trajectory during a roughly hourlong flight.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

The easterly breeze will strengthen further on Wednesday, making it feel rather chilly along some North Sea coasts.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

A brisk easterly breeze will develop in southern England and south Wales.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

Her mouth often pulls to the right when she speaks, her admirable non-native English tugged easterly in a Finnish accent.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

Ser Kevan had made his views plain during his last visit; her shame must not be allowed to tarnish the honor of easterly Rock.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin