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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

squalls

/skɔːlz/ noun · British & US
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What does squalls mean?

noun

A sudden, brief gust of wind, often accompanied by rain or snow. A sudden, brief period of strong wind, especially in a storm.

Example

"The ship struggled to stay on course as it encountered a series of squalls in the open sea."

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