clime

noun

: climate
traveled to warmer climes

Examples of clime in a Sentence

a nonconformist who left his jerkwater hometown for the more welcoming clime of the big city
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As heatwaves become more frequent, particularly in Southern Europe, holiday-makers are starting to look elsewhere in search of more comfortable climes. Taco Engelaar, Fortune, 11 Aug. 2025 The 69-year-old Chicago native is resuming the papal tradition of leaving the Vatican for the hot summer months in favor of the relatively cooler climes of Castel Gandolfo, overlooking Lake Alban in the hills south of Rome. Dario Artale, Chicago Tribune, 6 July 2025 Randall died in August, but sunny skies and temperate climes for the cookout added to an upbeat atmosphere, punctuated by live music from the Rhythm Pups, who have played the annual gathering since its founding. Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 24 May 2025 This might not work for colder climes, but looks like a good fit for its location in New South Wales, Australia. Adam Williams july 06, New Atlas, 6 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for clime

Word History

Etymology

Late Latin clima

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of clime was in the 14th century

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“Clime.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/clime. Accessed 31 Aug. 2025.

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