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squall
[/skwɔːl/]
noun
pl: squalls
rajada
1.
A sudden violent gust of wind or a localized storm, especially one bringing rain, snow, or sleet
The boat was caught in a sudden squall and had to seek shelter.
O barco foi apanhado numa rajada repentina e teve de procurar abrigo.
2.
A loud cry or scream; a harsh outcry
The baby let out a squall that echoed through the house.
O bebê soltou uma rajada de choro que ecoou pela casa.
3.
A brief outburst or commotion
There was a squall of controversy over the new policy.
Houve uma rajada de controvérsia sobre a nova política.
Synonyms
gust
windstorm
tempest
blast
cry
scream
wail
Antonyms
calm
tranquility
stillness
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
rajada
most common term for wind gust; also means 'burst of gunfire'
General Brazilian
choro
used for the baby crying meaning
Portugal
rajada
standard term for sudden wind gust
Portugal
grito
for the crying/screaming meaning
Related Idioms & Phrases
weather the squall - superar uma dificuldade
squall of laughter - uma rajada de risadas
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