gust
Example Sentences
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Yes, along with the loss comes a predictable gust of Schadenfreude from the Duke-despising public.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026
This looks plowable with near-blizzard conditions south/west of MSP by late Sunday as winds gust to 40 mph.
From Salon • Dec. 27, 2025
They yank open industrial-grade zippers, unleashing a gust of helium, and dive chest-first onto the collapsing character.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 25, 2025
An 82mph wind gust at Wick equalled Scotland's August wind record.
From BBC • Aug. 5, 2025
Another strong gust, and the fire burst into life.
From "Willodeen" by Katherine Applegate
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