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squall a sudden strong wind or brief turbulent storm squall [skwȯl] (meteorology) A strong wind with sudden onset and more gradual decline, lasting for several minutes; in the United States observational practice, a squall is reported only if a wind speed of 16 knots (8.23 meters per second) or higher is sustained for at least 2 minutes. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| A sort of tempest arose on the 3rd of November, the squall knocking the vessel about with fury, and the waves running high. Just before she rounded the point she was swallowed up in a terrific squall that far out-blew the first. When they yield to a squall in a gaunt and naked submission, their tallness is brought best home even to the mind of a seaman. |
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