near gale

noun

1. meteorol a wind of force seven on the Beaufort scale or from 32–38 mph

Example Sentences

A near gale force wind is blasting into Scotland.

From BBC

Coastal areas of Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex and Kent could also feel “near gale force” winds, he added.

From BBC

The wind had picked up to near gale force and darkness was fast approaching.

From Salon

This ranks as "near gale" on the Beaufort wind force scale.

From Reuters

In truth, the presidential campaign has been blowing at near gale force for months.

From New York Times