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spindrift

Pronunciation: [ˈspɪnˌdrɪft]

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Learn how to use spindrift in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “weather”

(noun) spindrift is the spray that flies off the tops of waves when the wind blows hard. It's like when you see water splashing up in the air from big waves at the beach.

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The spindrift flew high into the air as the ocean waves crashed against the rocks.

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On calm days, there is no spindrift at all because the waves aren't big.

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Have you ever seen spindrift during a stormy day at the beach?

Context: “ocean”

(noun) spindrift can also refer to small, light snowflakes or ice particles that are carried away by the wind, often seen in snowy areas. It's like the little bits of snow that dance in the air when it's windy.

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The spindrift created a beautiful scene as it swirled around with the chilly wind.

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There wasn't any spindrift today because the snow was too heavy and didn't blow around.

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Can you spot the spindrift as it blows through the winter air?

How to pronounce spindrift

Pronunciation: [ˈspɪnˌdrɪft]

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