war of the elements

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Thunder and lightning, however, which belonged to that particular war of the elements, are rare in England.

From The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 12, No. 73, November, 1863 by Various

The fourth day the fog was less dense, and those on board could see for some distance, but the sun was invisible, and the war of the elements was raging with increasing fury.

From Young Lion of the Woods A Story of Early Colonial Days by Smith, Thomas Barlow

But, in spite of the war of the elements outside, all was brightness and bliss within.

From Winter Adventures of Three Boys by Laughlin, J. E.

It is," answered Beverly, "as if Nature were rejoicing that the war of the elements is over, and a peace proclaimed.

From Fort Lafayette or, Love and Secession by Wood, Benjamin

They found that during a winter's storm the old building had finally yielded to the war of the elements.

From Fred Fenton on the Track or, The Athletes of Riverport School by Chapman, Allen