as in to survive
to come safely through
we've weathered worse crises, and so we'll survive this one
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as in thunderstorm
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Recent Examples of weather
Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Nov. 2025
Not to mention, in the summer of 2021, Newsom weathered a blistering attempt to recall him from office -- his starpower at risk.
—Brittany Shepherd, ABC News, 2 Nov. 2025
Essence, 10 Nov. 2025
The agency stood alongside other state leaders from the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) and the Indiana Department of Homeland Security to discuss winter weather preparedness for Hoosiers with Indiana Governor Mike Braun.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 10 Nov. 2025
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Verb
Without spoiling too much, the two-minute clip finds Carol weathering ample concern for her less-than-cheery demeanor.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Nov. 2025
Not to mention, in the summer of 2021, Newsom weathered a blistering attempt to recall him from office -- his starpower at risk.
—Brittany Shepherd, ABC News, 2 Nov. 2025
Noun
Between unpredictable weather patterns, oversold flights, and massive crowds, traveling during the holiday season already presents its own set of problems and concerns.
—Essence, 10 Nov. 2025
The agency stood alongside other state leaders from the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) and the Indiana Department of Homeland Security to discuss winter weather preparedness for Hoosiers with Indiana Governor Mike Braun.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 10 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for weather
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All three nuclear powers have established their own nuclear triad, consisting of ICBMs, submarines armed with ballistic missiles and nuclear-capable aircraft, which ensure their forces can survive a first strike and retaliate, thereby deterring a nuclear attack.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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These criminal networks survive on money from drug trafficking, gold smuggling, arms and human trafficking.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The probability of lightning strikes rises as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is directly above.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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With summer kicking off, the occasional thunderstorm to start the day is inevitable this time of year in Florida.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Because perspiration slows you down long before precipitation, outdoor gear needs to efficiently help the body stay warm, fresh and comfortable while eliminating moisture build-up.—
SJ Studio,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Nov. 2025
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While major precipitation is not expected after Monday, cold and blustery conditions will persist through the week.—
Sirena Bergman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
Noun
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In a sudden forecast turnabout, metro Detroit went from April thundershowers and tornado warnings one day to a warm, sunny day the next, with temperatures in the upcoming week expected to reach the 70s.—
Frank Witsil,
Detroit Free Press,
6 Apr. 2023
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Speaking under dark clouds minutes after a thundershower drenched onlookers, Ms. Truss leaned on the weather as a metaphor for the economic challenges facing Britain.—
Stephen Castle,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2022
Noun
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When heavy rain occurs, there is a potential for flooding, particularly in areas that are low-lying or prone to floods.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Nov. 2025
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For one night, under cold rain and flickering red lights, the noise faded.—
Ira Gorawara,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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“Weather.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/weather. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.
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