wind-swept
Example Sentences
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These derelict streets, wind-swept by the bracing North Sea air, were once the envy of the community, teeming with life.
From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026
The town’s economy has long relied on a modest, steady flow of visitors drawn to its red-rock canyons, coursing San Juan River, and wind-swept solitude.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 19, 2023
Macron greeted Francis on a wind-swept promenade overlooking Marseille’s old port, and helped him walk into the Palais du Pharo for the Mediterranean bishops meeting.
From Washington Times • Sep. 23, 2023
Dr. Pan and his colleagues next demonstrated that larger particles, specifically the bits of sea salt produced by wind-swept sea spray, suppress lightning.
From New York Times • Aug. 12, 2022
Her icy sled jingled over the wind-swept lakes and she sang as she traveled.
From "Julie of the Wolves" by Jean Craighead George
