Weather
noun
The state of the atmosphere at a particular place and time, for example if it is hot, cold, rainy, etc.
The weather is sunny today.
Often appears as...
- bad weather
- good weather
verb
To experience and deal with something that is difficult or unpleasant without being damaged.
The company has weathered the economic crisis very well.
Often appears as...
- weather a crisis
- weather a storm
verb
To make something, such as an object or material, become rough or damaged due to exposure to wind, rain, or other outdoor conditions.
The wooden fence has been weathered by the sun and wind.
Often appears as...
- weathered wood
- weathered rock
verb
In sailing, to go round or pass to the windward of (a point, another ship, etc.).
We had to weather the southernmost point of the island.
Often appears as...
- weather a point
- weather a ship
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Technical
noun
The state of the atmosphere at a particular place and time, for example if it is hot, cold, rainy, etc.
The weather is sunny today.
Often appears as...
- bad weather
- good weather
verb
To experience and deal with something that is difficult or unpleasant without being damaged.
The company has weathered the economic crisis very well.
Often appears as...
- weather a crisis
- weather a storm
verb
To make something, such as an object or material, become rough or damaged due to exposure to wind, rain, or other outdoor conditions.
The wooden fence has been weathered by the sun and wind.
Often appears as...
- weathered wood
- weathered rock
verb
In sailing, to go round or pass to the windward of (a point, another ship, etc.).
We had to weather the southernmost point of the island.
Often appears as...
- weather a point
- weather a ship
Usage tips
Technical
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Pro Tip 1/3Weather Idioms
The word 'weather' is used in many idiomatic expressions to represent different life situations.
He's under the weather today, so he won't attend the meeting.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural References
'Weather' often appears in conversations as a neutral topic or to break the ice when meeting new people.
Lovely weather we're having; it makes for a perfect day at the beach.
Pro Tip 3/3Descriptive Language
Use vivid adjectives with 'weather' for more detailed and engaging descriptions.
The weather turned bitterly cold as the sun set.
Pro Tip 1/3Weather Idioms
The word 'weather' is used in many idiomatic expressions to represent different life situations.
He's under the weather today, so he won't attend the meeting.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural References
'Weather' often appears in conversations as a neutral topic or to break the ice when meeting new people.
Lovely weather we're having; it makes for a perfect day at the beach.
Pro Tip 3/3Descriptive Language
Use vivid adjectives with 'weather' for more detailed and engaging descriptions.
The weather turned bitterly cold as the sun set.
Pro Tip 1/3Weather Idioms
The word 'weather' is used in many idiomatic expressions to represent different life situations.
He's under the weather today, so he won't attend the meeting.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural References
'Weather' often appears in conversations as a neutral topic or to break the ice when meeting new people.
Lovely weather we're having; it makes for a perfect day at the beach.
Pro Tip 3/3Descriptive Language
Use vivid adjectives with 'weather' for more detailed and engaging descriptions.
The weather turned bitterly cold as the sun set.
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Video examples
How heavy is air? - Dan...
are responsible for other weather changes, from the mundane to the catastrophic. But differences in air pressure do more than just let us complain about the weather; they're the very reason we're alive. We breathe by lowering the pressure in our lungs, allowing air to rush in. So the next time you take a deep breath,
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How to build a fictional...
And what does this society value most? Then it's time to think about day-to-day life. What's the weather like in this world? Where do the inhabitants live and work and go to school? What do they eat and how do they play? How do they treat their young and their old?
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The history of the...
for weather forecasters and scientists alike. How does a barometer work, and how was it invented? Well, it took awhile. Because the theory of Aristotle and other ancient philosophers regarding the impossibility of a vacuum seemed to hold true in everyday life,
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We need to track the...
in openly assessing and sharing everything that it could find out and discover about the risks we face. A global weather service for water would help us forecast water shortages. It could help us implement rationing well before reservoirs run dry.
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Global Warming 101 PIPE...
could flood coastal areas around the world weather patterns could change making hurricanes more frequent severe droughts could become more common in warm areas and species unable to adapt to the changing conditions would face
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Why is Mount Everest so...
dissolving rocks or breaking them down in a process known as weathering. Water moving downhill carries the weathered material and erodes the landscape, carving out deep valleys and jagged peaks.
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How did Polynesian...
That's south. But the sky also contains navigational aids much closer to Earth, the clouds. Besides being useful weather cues, under the right conditions, they can indicate landmasses.
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How to deal with...
spent this was real weather the writing was published or not it was something that had to be written to say what needed to be said to validate my reality
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The Unsinkable Lizard PIPE...
life here is not without challenges but those that call the jungle home have evolved to weather the storm even the leaves have adapted to cope
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A Perfect Planet:...
life from mighty storms to freezing winds weather is vital to life
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How heavy is air? - Dan...
are responsible for other weather changes, from the mundane to the catastrophic. But differences in air pressure do more than just let us complain about the weather; they're the very reason we're alive. We breathe by lowering the pressure in our lungs, allowing air to rush in. So the next time you take a deep breath,
Video examples
How to build a fictional...
And what does this society value most? Then it's time to think about day-to-day life. What's the weather like in this world? Where do the inhabitants live and work and go to school? What do they eat and how do they play? How do they treat their young and their old?
Video examples
The history of the...
for weather forecasters and scientists alike. How does a barometer work, and how was it invented? Well, it took awhile. Because the theory of Aristotle and other ancient philosophers regarding the impossibility of a vacuum seemed to hold true in everyday life,
Video examples
We need to track the...
in openly assessing and sharing everything that it could find out and discover about the risks we face. A global weather service for water would help us forecast water shortages. It could help us implement rationing well before reservoirs run dry.
Video examples
Global Warming 101 PIPE...
could flood coastal areas around the world weather patterns could change making hurricanes more frequent severe droughts could become more common in warm areas and species unable to adapt to the changing conditions would face
Video examples
Why is Mount Everest so...
dissolving rocks or breaking them down in a process known as weathering. Water moving downhill carries the weathered material and erodes the landscape, carving out deep valleys and jagged peaks.
Video examples
How did Polynesian...
That's south. But the sky also contains navigational aids much closer to Earth, the clouds. Besides being useful weather cues, under the right conditions, they can indicate landmasses.
Video examples
How to deal with...
spent this was real weather the writing was published or not it was something that had to be written to say what needed to be said to validate my reality
Video examples
The Unsinkable Lizard PIPE...
life here is not without challenges but those that call the jungle home have evolved to weather the storm even the leaves have adapted to cope
Video examples
A Perfect Planet:...
life from mighty storms to freezing winds weather is vital to life
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Quote examples
Jerome K. Jerome
English Author
Nothing is more beautiful than the love that has weathered the storms of life. The love of the young for the young, that is the beginning of life. But the love of the old for the old, that is the beginning of things longer.
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Shweta Basu Prasad
Indian Actress
Love. How do we define this word? We love our family. We love food. We love the weather. We love our shoes. Love that music. Love someone's work. Love a movie. Love a celebrity. Love that time in life. Love love love!
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Nick Frost
English Actor
People say, 'Oh, you're famous now, so you must go to L.A.' - I don't live in L.A. now - but it's like, why wouldn't you? The weather is amazing, the film industry's there, it's a great quality of life.
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Emma Donoghue
Irish Playwright
I tend to be so lost in the work that I don't notice the weather. My partner will come home and say, 'Beautiful day, wasn't it?' and I'll say, 'Was it?' as I won't have noticed the real world at all.
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John Mayer
American Musician
Sometimes I wish that I was the weather, you'd bring me up in conversation forever. And when it rained, I'd be the talk of the day.
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Lukas Podolski
German Athlete
When I choose a club, it's not for the money, language, or the weather - those things aren't important.
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John Torode
Australian Chef
The weekend is all about teaching the children life skills and getting them out in all weathers.
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Fred Schneider
American Musician
I rarely watch TV but I guess I'd watch the weather report since I fly so much.
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Mike Webster
I can't help it if I like cold weather. It's the hot weather I can't stand.
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Stephen Hawking
English Physicist
One can't predict the weather more than a few days in advance.
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Jerome K. Jerome
English Author
Nothing is more beautiful than the love that has weathered the storms of life. The love of the young for the young, that is the beginning of life. But the love of the old for the old, that is the beginning of things longer.
Quote examples
Shweta Basu Prasad
Indian Actress
Love. How do we define this word? We love our family. We love food. We love the weather. We love our shoes. Love that music. Love someone's work. Love a movie. Love a celebrity. Love that time in life. Love love love!
Quote examples
Nick Frost
English Actor
People say, 'Oh, you're famous now, so you must go to L.A.' - I don't live in L.A. now - but it's like, why wouldn't you? The weather is amazing, the film industry's there, it's a great quality of life.
Quote examples
Emma Donoghue
Irish Playwright
I tend to be so lost in the work that I don't notice the weather. My partner will come home and say, 'Beautiful day, wasn't it?' and I'll say, 'Was it?' as I won't have noticed the real world at all.
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John Mayer
American Musician
Sometimes I wish that I was the weather, you'd bring me up in conversation forever. And when it rained, I'd be the talk of the day.
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Lukas Podolski
German Athlete
When I choose a club, it's not for the money, language, or the weather - those things aren't important.
Quote examples
John Torode
Australian Chef
The weekend is all about teaching the children life skills and getting them out in all weathers.
Quote examples
Fred Schneider
American Musician
I rarely watch TV but I guess I'd watch the weather report since I fly so much.
Quote examples
Mike Webster
I can't help it if I like cold weather. It's the hot weather I can't stand.
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Stephen Hawking
English Physicist
One can't predict the weather more than a few days in advance.
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