easterly

Example Sentences

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It was driven by strong easterly Santa Ana winds of 30 to 40 mph.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

German media reports that conditions are tough at the sea-shore with an icy easterly wind.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 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

Santa Maria is a resort town on Sal Island, while Boa Vista is the cape's most easterly island.

From BBC • Feb. 5, 2026

He had not seen his sister weep since they were children together at easterly Rock.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin