crosswind
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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The surprising story, in words and pictures, behind the homeless crisis in Los Angeles — a tale of law enforcement, housing and economic crosswinds.
From Los Angeles Times
The group was unaware that recent rainfall had led to hazardous swimming conditions including strong currents, crosswind and swells, the fraternity wrote.
From Los Angeles Times
So in a tempestuous world, UK growth is likely to suffer as we get caught in the crosswinds.
From BBC
Thousands of people tune in to watch pilots perform a "crabbing" movement during stormy conditions and strong crosswinds.
From BBC
Farquharson — the last person to scramble off the tilting bridge — showed how crosswinds caused a harmonic oscillation, flowing aerodynamically through steel deck beams.
From Seattle Times
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