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stormy

adj.
A2 Elementary US //ˈstɔɹmi// UK //stˈɔːmi// stormy

adj. describing weather with strong winds, heavy rain, or thunder. It can also describe a situation where people are very angry and arguing.

adj. characterised by strong winds and heavy precipitation; by extension, marked by emotional turbulence or conflict.


SIMPLE

The stormy weather kept everyone indoors all day.

CONTEXTUAL

After a stormy meeting where no one could agree, the committee decided to postpone the vote until next week.

COMPLEX

The small fishing vessel struggled to navigate the stormy waters of the North Sea, where the combination of gale-force winds and massive swells tested the crew's resolve.

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Often used both literally for weather and figuratively for human relationships or political situations.

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