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Hailstone

usgb/ˈheɪlstəʊn/Volume
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Weather Term

Used to describe a particular type of precipitation during thunderstorms or severe weather.

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The weather report warned of the possibility of hailstones this afternoon.
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Size Variation

Hailstones can vary greatly in size, sometimes described in comparison to common objects.

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The hailstones were as small as peas but some were as large as golf balls.
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Physical Damage

Hailstones can cause damage to vehicles, crops, and structures, often mentioned in insurance or news reports.

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The farmers assessed the damage after hailstones devastated their crops.
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