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gales

/ɡeɪlz/

NOUN

1. Very strong winds

Strong winds that are more powerful than a breeze but generally less severe than a storm, corresponding to forces 7 through 9 on the Beaufort scale.

1.1. Powerful or stormy winds

Referring to strong, forceful movements of air that can disrupt travel, damage property, and create hazardous weather conditions.

Synonyms

  • blasts
  • blows
  • gusts
  • squalls
  • windstorms
  • storms
  • tempests

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Examples

  • The old lighthouse stood tall against the howling gales.
  • The sails billowed in the strong offshore gales during the regatta.
  • Autumn brought fierce gales that scattered leaves across the neighborhood.
  • The weather forecast predicted high winds and possible gales along the coast.
  • We secured the tent tightly to withstand the upcoming mountain gales.

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NOUN

2. Outbursts of intense emotion or laughter

Sudden and powerful episodes of emotional expression, such as laughter, excitement, anger, or enthusiasm.

2.1. Sudden bursts of laughter or excitement

Referring to intense, spontaneous expressions of laughter, joy, excitement, or overwhelming pleasure.

Synonyms

Antonyms

  • calms
  • composures
  • restraints
  • tranquilities

Examples

  • The audience erupted into gales of laughter after the comedian's final joke.
  • The children experienced gales of excitement when the presents were opened.
  • Her amusing story triggered several gales of laughter among the guests.

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2.2. Outbursts of anger or aggression

Describing sudden and intense expressions of anger, rage, frustration, or uncontrolled emotional behavior.

Synonyms

Antonyms

  • calms
  • composures
  • restraints
  • serenities

Examples

  • The manager's sudden gales of anger frightened the entire team.
  • His frequent emotional blowups made collaboration difficult.
  • The disagreement escalated into furious outbursts.

Related Words

  • eruptions
  • explosions
  • fits
  • paroxysms
  • spasms
  • grouches