mountain wave
Americannoun
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The gusts were the product of mountain wave wind conditions, meaning they were oriented in a way where they would rapidly drop down the slopes of the San Gabriel Mountains, causing strong, dangerous bursts.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 17, 2025
That creates a mountain wave, he said, where winds speed down the side of a mountain.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 11, 2025
O'er Ellide's side prevailing Entering rolls the mountain wave, Men of giant strength are bailing, 'Gainst, the sea make battle brave.
From Fridthjof's Saga; a Norse romance by Holcomb, Martha A. Lyon
The helm, too, was knocked to leeward, all command of the vessel was lost, and another mountain wave completely overset her.
From Astoria, or, anecdotes of an enterprise beyond the Rocky Mountains by Irving, Washington
With each mountain wave that rolled past, I saw my chance of safety increase, and knew that no boat—manned by Spaniards, at least—would dare pursuit in such a storm.
From Confessions Of Con Cregan An Irish Gil Blas by Lever, Charles James
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