heavy snow

noun

: a large amount of snow
The weatherman is forecasting heavy snow.

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Fresh cracks, for example, may develop after storms or unusually heavy snow or ice, Black says. Rachel Silva, Martha Stewart, 8 Aug. 2026 The autopsy reports narrowed that range down to five to six feet, but noted that heavy snow continued falling after the incident. Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 7 Aug. 2026 Airline passengers know to expect possible flight delays when weather forecasts call for thunderstorms, heavy snow or strong wind. Rio Yamat, Chicago Tribune, 5 Aug. 2026 There are nine fireplaces throughout the home, and the property is designed for heavy snow seasons with a heated driveway and heated roof, according to marketing materials. David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 25 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for heavy snow

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“Heavy snow.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/heavy%20snow. Accessed 12 Aug. 2026.

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