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extreme weather

American

[ik-streem weth-er] / ɪkˈstrim ˈwɛð ər /

noun

Meteorology, Climatology.

a period of weather or a weather event that is severe and unexpected or abnormal for the location or season in which it occurs.

Etymology

Origin of extreme weather

First recorded in 1570–80

Example Sentences

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England's friendly with Costa Rica was not the first to be hit by extreme weather before the start of the World Cup.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Utilities have been making investments not only to support data centers but also to upgrade the grid to withstand more extreme weather and replace aging infrastructure, changes that benefit all customers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Whether caused by geopolitical conflict, health contagions or extreme weather, supply-chain crises will likely be a permanent fixture of the economy until global supply chains build in greater resilience.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

Its work, largely paid for with federal funds, has allowed for major improvements in the prediction of extreme weather events and a reduction in the number of air accidents caused by severe wind shear.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

Buildings pitched at a slant, their warped roofs warning of extreme weather.

From "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys

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