oppressive heat
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
U.S. government data shows that international travel has cooled off some this year, but airlines have said European trips remain in demand despite long immigration lines and oppressive heat.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026
But in the oppressive heat of La Guaira, the team's latest assessment found no signs of life.
From Barron's ● Jul. 3, 2026
Some of these events took place in oppressive heat.
From Salon ● Jan. 2, 2026
But, he said, the oppressive heat means that rain could evaporate before hitting the ground, producing a phenomenon known as “dry lightning” — a wildfire risk.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 7, 2024
The chirring of the cicadas and the oppressive heat reminded Piper of the rez in Oklahoma during the summer.
From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan
