scudding
Example Sentences
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In a nation known for its scudding clouds, frequent showers and temperate weather, the blazing heat was enough to hobble much of the country.
From Seattle Times • Jul. 18, 2022
In the quiet of evening, after competition has ended, the venue echoes with a scudding sound of practice throws and the heavy thunk of takeouts.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2022
Schulz strains to describe the state of bereavement, whose scudding emotions are presented as curious novelties but will be familiar to anyone who’s been there.
From New York Times • Jan. 4, 2022
Are the scudding clouds moving at the right speed?
From The Guardian • Sep. 7, 2019
The crew were on their feet briskly, to furl the sail, and stow it; then, each in place, they poised the smooth oar blades and sent the white foam scudding by.
From "The Odyssey" by Homer
