Meteorological Phenomena

noun a boundary separating two masses of air of different densities, and is associated with stormy weather

• The cold front is expected to bring a drop in temperature and possibly some precipitation.
• I heard we're in for a cold front this weekend, so make sure to bundle up!
• Man, that cold front is gonna make it feel like we're in the arctic!
• The cold front of criticism from the boss left everyone feeling chilled to the bone.

adjective describing something covered in dust or having a powdery texture

• The old library books were covered in a layer of dusty grime.
• I sneezed from all the dusty old furniture in the attic.
• I hate going into that abandoned house, it's so dusty in there.
• His memories of the past were like dusty old photographs, faded but still present.

noun the limit of a person's mental perception, experience, or interest

• As the sun dipped below the horizon, the sky turned a beautiful shade of pink.
• Let's go for a drive and watch the sunset over the horizon.
• I can't wait to see what's on the horizon for us this weekend.
• The new business opportunity opened up a whole new horizon of possibilities for us.

noun a hanging, tapering piece of ice formed by the freezing of dripping water

• The icicle hanging from the roof slowly melted in the warm afternoon sun.
• I almost slipped on the icicle that fell from the roof.
• Watch out for that icicle, it's like a deadly weapon!
• Her words were like sharp icicles, piercing through his heart.

noun the action of splashing or scattering a liquid or particles

adjective having the quality of splattering or scattering

• The chef carefully prevented any spattering of hot oil while frying the chicken.
• I always end up with oil spattering everywhere when I cook bacon.
• I hate it when the grease starts spattering all over the stove.
• His anger was like a pot of boiling water, spattering out in all directions.

noun a continuous period or series of success or luck

verb running naked in a public place

• The streaking phenomenon has gained popularity in recent years, with many participants joining in public events.
• I heard there's a group of people streaking at the park tonight, wanna check it out?
• I can't believe he's streaking at the game, what a daredevil!
• Her winning streak in tennis has been unstoppable, she's on fire!

verb to become less intense, severe, or prominent; to decrease or diminish in strength or intensity

• The floodwaters were slowly subsiding, allowing residents to return to their homes.
• After the storm, the rain is finally subsiding and the sun is coming out.
• I can't believe how quickly my headache is subsiding after taking that pill.
• As time passed, his anger towards the situation was subsiding, and he was able to think more rationally.

noun a violent windstorm characterized by a twisting, funnel-shaped cloud

• A tornado touched down in the rural area, causing significant damage to homes and crops.
• Did you hear about the tornado that ripped through the town last night?
• That tornado was gnarly, dude!
• Her emotions were like a tornado, swirling uncontrollably within her.

noun a visible streak left in the sky by an aircraft or rocket, typically consisting of small particles of condensed water or ice

• The pilot could see the vapor trail left behind by the jet as it soared through the sky.
• I love watching the vapor trail of airplanes when I look up in the sky.
• Check out that cool vapor trail the plane is making!
• His success left a vapor trail of envy among his competitors.

noun a mass of whirling fluid or air, especially a whirlpool or whirlwind

• The meteorologists predicted a powerful vortex forming in the Atlantic Ocean.
• I heard there's a crazy vortex swirling out in the ocean.
• Dude, did you see that vortex spinning like crazy?
• Her emotions were like a vortex, pulling everyone around her into the turmoil.

verb to move or cause to move rapidly in a circular motion

adjective moving or turning quickly in a circle

• The dancer performed a beautiful whirling routine on stage.
• I saw a whirling dervish performance at the festival.
• The party was a whirlwind of fun with everyone whirling around the dance floor.
• Her thoughts were whirling like a tornado, making it hard to focus.

noun a movement or change in direction that goes against the usual or expected course

• The bowler used reverse swing to deceive the batsman and take a crucial wicket.
• The bowler's reverse swing was so good, the batsman didn't stand a chance.
• That reverse swing delivery was pure magic, no wonder the batsman got out.
• In life, sometimes you need to apply reverse swing to change the direction of things in your favor.

noun a type of strong wind in Greenland, especially one that blows in the winter

• The piteraq is a type of cold, katabatic wind that blows in Greenland.
• I heard that a piteraq is coming, so make sure to bundle up!
• Dang, that piteraq is no joke - it's freezing out there!
• The piteraq of criticism hit him hard, but he stood strong and didn't let it affect him.

noun a rotating column of air extending downward from a cumulonimbus cloud, but not touching the ground

• A funnel cloud was spotted in the distance, indicating a possible tornado forming.
• Did you see that funnel cloud earlier? It was crazy!
• That funnel cloud looked gnarly, dude!
• Her emotions were like a swirling funnel cloud, unpredictable and intense.

noun a vortex of air within a convective storm system

• The meteorologists detected a powerful mesocyclone forming within the supercell thunderstorm.
• Did you see that crazy mesocyclone swirling around in the storm?
• That mesocyclone was spinning like a top in the sky!
• Her emotions were like a mesocyclone, swirling out of control.