gusting

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Both came back strong from a rain delay of almost three hours, the soaking showers giving way to gusting winds in the afternoon.

From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026

On a recent afternoon, with temperatures well below zero and the wind gusting, a young man stood on Portland Avenue, where a makeshift shrine marked the spot where Good was fatally shot.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 26, 2026

North-westerly winds gusting up to 55mph in both areas are possible, while some coastal areas could be hit with 60mph gusts.

From BBC • Oct. 23, 2025

The forecast shows that the area will see light south-southwest winds at 4 mph and gusting at 10 mph, according to National Weather Service meteorologist Bryan Lewis.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 13, 2025

The wind was gusting, and the flickering orange light reflected dully off steel helms, thick beards, and unsmiling eyes.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin