hailstorm Definition
a storm with hail; a precipitation of balls or pieces of ice.
Using hailstorm: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hailstorm" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The hailstorm damaged the crops.
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We had a hailstorm last night.
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The hailstorm lasted for an hour.
hailstorm Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for hailstorm
- hail
- thunderstorm
- ice storm
Phrases with hailstorm
to be suddenly and unexpectedly subjected to a barrage of criticism, abuse, or other negative reactions
Example
The politician was caught in a hailstorm of criticism after his controversial statement.
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The soldiers were caught in a hailstorm of bullets during the battle.
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The performer received a hailstorm of applause from the audience.
Summary: hailstorm in Brief
A 'hailstorm' [ˈheɪlstɔːrm] is a type of storm that produces hail, which are balls or pieces of ice. It can cause damage to crops and property. Phrases like 'caught in a hailstorm' describe being suddenly subjected to a barrage of criticism or negative reactions, while 'hailstorm of bullets' and 'hailstorm of applause' describe sudden and intense attacks of gunfire or applause.
