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thunderstorms

  • plural
    of thunderstorm.
    thunderstorm
    noun
    a transient storm of lightning and thunder, usually with rain and gusty winds, sometimes with hail or snow, produced by cumulonimbus clouds.

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On Wednesday, locals were hoping that thunderstorms in the forecast would help firefighters’ efforts.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 13, 2026

What’s the best route to drive from Detroit to New York this weekend dodging thunderstorms and without losing cell service?

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 4, 2026

The heatwave impacting parts of the UK this week continues into Tuesday with a risk of thunderstorms in some parts.

From BBC ● Aug. 3, 2026

Total losses from U.S thunderstorms came to $30 billion, with insured losses at $22 billion, below the 10-year average, according to the reinsurer’s figures.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026

Bristle tipped her head to assess the sky and sniff the breeze, which carried the threat of thunderstorms from the south.

From "Pax" by Sara Pennypacker