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Gust

noun
/ɡʌst/

Meaning

a sudden strong rush of wind; a sudden burst or outburst of feeling
a sudden strong rush of wind or air

Example Sentences

A powerful gust of wind knocked over the outdoor umbrellas at the cafe.

A sudden gust of wind blew the papers away.

Example Expressions

gust of laughter

Synonyms

blast, burst, rush, surge, flurry, puff, breeze
Entry 1
blast, burst, rush, surge
Entry 2
blast, flurry, puff, breeze

Antonyms

calm, stillness, gentleness, steady breeze
Entry 1
calm, stillness, gentleness, steady breeze
Entry 2
calm, stillness

Collocations

gust of wind, sudden gust, strong gust
Entry 1
gust of wind, sudden gust, strong gust
Entry 2
gust of wind, strong gust, sudden gust

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