Westerlies
Britishplural noun
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On Wednesday though those brisk westerlies switch more to a south-westerly flow which will start to draw some hotter weather in across parts of the UK.
From BBC
Current UK forecasts are showing that winds will start to switch to less hot westerlies from Saturday onwards.
From BBC
Other research has suggested that these westerlies will strengthen over the next century due to climate change.
From Science Daily
They’ll manifest their hometown love this spring during Westerlies Fest 2024, a weeklong educational outreach program culminating in shows across the city May 9-11.
From Seattle Times
“I don’t think I’d be playing music still were it not for the incredible opportunity given to me in Seattle,” says Westerlies trombonist Andy Clausen, speaking via phone from a touring stop near Milwaukee.
From Seattle Times
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