stormer

British

/ ˈstɔːmə /

noun

informal an outstanding example of its kind

that film was a real stormer

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Dominic Calvert-Lewin is looking stronger now - that Brighton game was his fourth start in a row after an injury-hit season - while Dwight McNeil had a stormer against the Seagulls.

From BBC • May 11, 2023

Even before his magnificent try he was having a stormer.

From BBC • Nov. 7, 2021

Based on Rusted Chrome, an early Jones composition, this stormer from the Cost of Living EP describes their New York experiences, the characters, imagery and anthemic tune all reminiscent of Bruce Springsteen.

From The Guardian • Jan. 9, 2020

Top of our list, however, is this free-kick, a genuine Barnes stormer: it may not be the best, but it hit all the right spots.

From The Guardian • Aug. 13, 2010

I lack the audacity and spirit of the stormer.

From Our Friend John Burroughs by Barrus, Clara

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