as in rain
a steady falling of water from the sky in significant quantity
we ran into a big rainstorm on Highway 6, and the visibility was so poor we had to pull over
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Recent Examples of rainstorm
What Happens Next AccuWeather meteorologists will continue monitoring the tropical rainstorm off the Eastern Seaboard.
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Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
Zippers and clasps are built to stand up to daily use—mine has even encountered a few rainstorms—without losing shine or functionality.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Oct. 2025
Heavy rainstorms blew into the area Monday night and more rain could come Tuesday night, according to the National Weather Service in Boise.
—Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 30 Sep. 2025
Hong Kong has experienced unusually severe rainl this year, including four black rainstorms — the city’s highest tier of heavy rain — within eight days from late July to early August.
—Jennifer Jett, NBC news, 24 Sep. 2025
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Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
Zippers and clasps are built to stand up to daily use—mine has even encountered a few rainstorms—without losing shine or functionality.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Oct. 2025
Heavy rainstorms blew into the area Monday night and more rain could come Tuesday night, according to the National Weather Service in Boise.
—Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 30 Sep. 2025
Hong Kong has experienced unusually severe rainl this year, including four black rainstorms — the city’s highest tier of heavy rain — within eight days from late July to early August.
—Jennifer Jett, NBC news, 24 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rainstorm
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
Noun
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Chance of lightning increases as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is overhead.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Nov. 2025
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Rising sea levels and relentless storms are erasing land faster than locals – or officials – can respond.—
Samantha Delouya,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Rainstorm.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rainstorm. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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