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as in turbulent
marked by wet and windy conditions
be careful driving in this squally weather
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as in gusty
marked by strong wind or more wind than usual
this coastal region often experiences wet, squally weather
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Recent Examples of squally
As the squally weather moves through, widespread gusts over 40 mph or even 50 mph are possible.
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Ian Livingston, Washington Post, 23 Oct. 2017
While still far away, storm bands were already starting to reach South Florida, with squally rains and wind blowing over Miami, an ominous sign of the storm’s ferocious power.
—Jenny Staletovich, miamiherald, 9 Sep. 2017
Senior staff members know that their safety within the squally West Wing often relies on being physically in the president’s presence.
—Emily Jane Fox, The Hive, 16 Mar. 2017
Ian Livingston, Washington Post, 23 Oct. 2017
While still far away, storm bands were already starting to reach South Florida, with squally rains and wind blowing over Miami, an ominous sign of the storm’s ferocious power.
—Jenny Staletovich, miamiherald, 9 Sep. 2017
Senior staff members know that their safety within the squally West Wing often relies on being physically in the president’s presence.
—Emily Jane Fox, The Hive, 16 Mar. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for squally
Adjective
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Mourinho’s three-year reign was a turbulent era, played out along toxic battle-lines against one of the greatest sides in football history in Pep Guardiola’s Barcelona.—
Guillermo Rai,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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The controversy offered a preview of what could be a turbulent Senate race in Kansas.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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At lower elevations, forecasters are increasingly focused on fire danger as dry vegetation combines with gusty winds and low humidity.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
22 May 2026
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Winds will be gusty on Tuesday out of the south and southwest at 10 to 25 mph.—
Steven Sosna,
CBS News,
30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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For years, radical climate activists have painted a bleak view of the future.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
29 May 2026
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The bleak, desolate masterpiece from 1989’s Pretty Hate Machine was used to great effect in 1995’s Natural Born Killers, the first film soundtrack produced by Reznor.—
Al Shipley,
SPIN,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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The roads are, the one road, there’s only one on the island is, um, super windy and steep.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
30 May 2026
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It’s been hot, humid, cold, and windy—sometimes all on the same day!—
Alyssa Morin,
InStyle,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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The kernels can become sticky during rainy or humid periods and plug up feeder ports.—
Rita Pelczar,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 May 2026
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North Texas is in for a rainy Memorial Day.—
Ciara McCarthy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 May 2026
Adjective
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Waxed Barbour jackets and Burberry trenches fit for the blustery British outdoors have never gone out of style.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
23 May 2026
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Winds will be blustery; out of the northwest 10 to 20 mph gusting up to 30 MPH at times.—
Steven Sosna,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
Adjective
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Ahead, shop more of Stewart’s breezy summer styles.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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The retailer is brimming with chic, travel-ready finds that make packing for warm-weather getaways feel effortless and stylish, from breezy linen pants and figure-flattering sundresses to comfortable sandals and even spacious suitcases, all up to 70 percent off.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
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“Squally.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/squally. Accessed 31 May. 2026.
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