Examples of thunderstorm in a Sentence
There are thunderstorms in the forecast.
The weather service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning.
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Showers and thunderstorms could start as early as Tuesday evening, the weather service said, with rain chances at or over 50% on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
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Julia James, Dallas Morning News, 28 Feb. 2026
Meanwhile, the planetary parade may not be visible in the northern part of the state, with cloudy conditions expected Saturday night in Sacramento, and possible showers and thunderstorms in Eureka and Redding.
—Zoe Mintz, CBS News, 28 Feb. 2026
After that, a shift in the weather pattern is expected, including a solid chance at rain and thunderstorms by midweek.
—Mary Wasson, Austin American Statesman, 27 Feb. 2026
Calming treats can help reduce stress and anxiety in pets for situations like thunderstorms, fireworks or travel; though results may vary depending on the severity of your pet's anxiety.
—Jessica Moore, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
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Julia James, Dallas Morning News, 28 Feb. 2026
Meanwhile, the planetary parade may not be visible in the northern part of the state, with cloudy conditions expected Saturday night in Sacramento, and possible showers and thunderstorms in Eureka and Redding.
—Zoe Mintz, CBS News, 28 Feb. 2026
After that, a shift in the weather pattern is expected, including a solid chance at rain and thunderstorms by midweek.
—Mary Wasson, Austin American Statesman, 27 Feb. 2026
Calming treats can help reduce stress and anxiety in pets for situations like thunderstorms, fireworks or travel; though results may vary depending on the severity of your pet's anxiety.
—Jessica Moore, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
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“Thunderstorm.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thunderstorm. Accessed 1 Mar. 2026.
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thunderstorm
noun
thun·der·storm
-ˌstȯ(ə)rm 
: a storm accompanied by lightning and thunder
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