Blizzard (Noun)
Meaning 1
A series of unexpected and unpleasant occurrences; "a rash of bank robberies"; "a blizzard of lawsuits".
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The company faced a blizzard of complaints after the data breach was made public.
- A blizzard of scandals in recent years has damaged the politician's reputation.
- The small business was hit with a blizzard of fines for violating city codes.
- After the product recall, the company was slammed with a blizzard of lawsuits.
- In the months leading up to the election, the city was plagued by a blizzard of violent crimes.
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Meaning 2
A storm with widespread snowfall accompanied by strong winds.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural phenomena.
Examples
- A severe blizzard hit the town, forcing residents to stay indoors for several days.
- The blizzard warning prompted authorities to close the highway until conditions improved.
- The howling wind and heavy snow made it difficult for anyone to venture out during the blizzard.
- Television forecasts predicted that the blizzard would dump at least two feet of snow by morning.
- Residents prepared for the impending blizzard by stocking up on food and emergency supplies.