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Weather IELTS Flashcards

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A prediction of the weather conditions.

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Weather forecast:

I checked the weather forecast, and it’s supposed to rain all day tomorrow.

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A heavy and sudden rainfall.

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Downpour

We got caught in a downpour on our way to the restaurant, and we were soaking wet.

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A prolonged period of excessively hot weather.

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Heatwave

During the recent heatwave, everyone was seeking shade and cold drinks.

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4
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A cold and unpleasant feeling in the air.

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Chill

There’s a chill in the office today; I should have worn a sweater.

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Extremely hot, especially during the summer.

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Sizzling

It was sizzling today down at the beach

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Dark and overcast, often associated with sadness.

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Gloomy

The gloomy weather made me feel a bit down today.

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Extremely cold.

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Freezing

I’m freezing in this office; can we turn up the heating?

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Hot and humid, making the air feel heavy.

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Muggy

The office felt so muggy after the air conditioning broke down.

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9
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To rain heavily.

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Pour

It started pouring just as we left the restaurant.

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10
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To be exposed to intense heat or sunshine.

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Bake

I forgot my sunscreen, and I’ve been baking in the sun all day.

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To relax and unwind.

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Chill out

Let’s chill out at a café and enjoy the pleasant weather.

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12
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Happening quickly and unexpectedly.

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Suddenly

  • The temperature dropped suddenly, and it started snowing.
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Continuously and without interruption.

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Endlessly

It felt like the rain was endlessly pouring down all weekend.

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14
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In a friendly and welcoming manner.

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Warmly

The locals warmly welcomed us despite the bad weather.

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To become cloudy or overcast.

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Cloud over:

  • The sky started to cloud over, and it looks like rain is coming.
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16
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To become less cloudy or rainy.

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Clear up:

The weather has cleared up, so let’s head out for a walk.

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17
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Not feeling well or slightly ill.

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Under the weather:

  • I can’t make it to the restaurant tonight; I’m feeling a bit under the weather.
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18
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A period of tranquility before a difficult situation.

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The calm before the storm:

  • The peaceful morning was the calm before the storm of a busy workday.
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19
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To rain very heavily.

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Rain cats and dogs:

  • It was raining cats and dogs during our lunch break, so we stayed indoors.
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20
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To decline an invitation for now but suggest a another moment to meet later.

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Take a rain check:

I’m too busy today, but can I take a rain check on dinner this weekend?

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21
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Unusual or unexpected weather conditions.

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Freak weather:
The freak weather caused a lot of flight delays at the airport.

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22
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A weather event with falling balls of ice.

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Hailstorm

We had to pull over during the hailstorm; it was too dangerous to drive.

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23
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A brief period of sunshine during an otherwise cloudy day.

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Sunny spell:

There was a sunny spell in the afternoon, so we went for a walk.

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24
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A single ice crystal that falls as snow.

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Snowflake

Each snowflake is unique, just like people’s personalities.

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25
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Extremely hot and scorching.

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Blistering

The blistering heat made it impossible to enjoy the picnic.

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26
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Refreshingly cold and invigorating.

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Brisk

A brisk wind blew through the office, and it felt great.

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27
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With reduced visibility due to fine water droplets in the air.

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Misty

The morning was misty, and I could barely see the road.

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28
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Having a gentle, pleasant wind.

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Breezy

It’s quite breezy outside; perfect weather for a beach day.

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29
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To dress warmly, often in layers of clothing.

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Bundle up:

It’s so cold outside; make sure to bundle up before going out.

30
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To suffer from extreme heat.

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Swelter

We were sweltering in the office without air conditioning.

31
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To tremble or shake due to cold or fear.

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Shiver

I was shivering in my wet clothes after getting caught in the rain.

32
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Suddenly and unexpectedly.

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Abruptly

The storm arrived abruptly, and we had to cancel our outdoor plans.

33
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Without stopping or showing any mercy.

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Relentlessly

The rain fell relentlessly throughout the night.

34
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Used to describe heavy or intense rain or thunder.

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Loudly

It was raining loudly last night, and the thunder was deafening.

35
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To look up the current or forecasted weather conditions.

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Check the weather:

Before planning a picnic, it’s a good idea to check the weather online.

36
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To prepare for a storm or difficult situation.

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Batten down the hatches:

With the hurricane approaching, we need to batten down the hatches.

37
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Someone who is only a friend when things are going well.

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Fair-weather friend:

He’s a fair-weather friend; he’s never there when I need him the most.

38
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A short period of better weather during a storm or bad conditions.

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Break in the weather:

We got a lucky break in the weather and managed to finish the outdoor event.

39
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Regardless of the weather conditions.

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Rain or shine:

The concert will go on, rain or shine, so be prepared for any weather.

40
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To endure and survive a difficult situation.

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Weather the storm:

We will weather the storm together and come out stronger.

41
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A meteorological phenomenon caused by reflection, refraction, and dispersion of light.

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Rainbow

After the rain, a beautiful rainbow appeared in the sky.

42
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A thick mist or cloud near the ground, reducing visibility.

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Fog

Driving in heavy fog can be quite dangerous.

43
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Extremely hot, often referring to a sunny day.

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Scorching

The scorching sun made the beach unbearable without sunscreen.

44
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The sky is completely covered by clouds.

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Overcast

The overcast weather made it feel like it was going to rain.

45
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Extremely wet or waterlogged.

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Soggy

The ground is so soggy after all the rain we’ve had.

46
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Extremely cold and uncomfortable.

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Biting

The biting wind makes me want to stay indoors.

47
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To seek protection or cover from harsh weather conditions.

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Shelter from:

We sheltered from the rain under a tree during the storm.

48
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To spoil someone’s plans or mood.

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Rain on someone’s parade:

Don’t rain on my parade; I’m excited about the picnic.

49
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Used to describe extreme or unpredictable weather conditions.

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Crazily

The sun unexpectedly came out after a gloomy morning.

50
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Occurring without warning or in an unanticipated manner.

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Unexpectedly

The sun unexpectedly came out after a gloomy morning.

51
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To remove clouds or rain, allowing the sky to become clear.

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Clear away

  • The rain has finally cleared away, and the stars are visible.
52
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To sunbathe and soak up the sun.

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Catch some rays:

  • Let’s head to the beach and catch some rays this weekend.
53
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In a similar situation or facing similar challenges.

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In the same boat:

  • We’re all in the same boat when it comes to dealing with this unpredictable weather.
54
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An event or plan that is canceled due to bad weather.

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Washout

  • The outdoor concert was a complete washout because of the heavy rain.
55
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Vulnerable to the effects of unpredictable weather.

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Fair game:

Our picnic plans are fair game if the weather doesn’t cooperate.

56
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A mixture of rain and snow, often leading to icy conditions.

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Sleet

The sleet made the roads slippery, so be careful when driving.

57
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Bright and warm weather with the sun out.

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Sunshine

I love spending my weekends in the countryside when there’s plenty of sunshine.

58
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The cooling effect of the wind on the perception of temperature.

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Wind chill:

The wind chill made it feel much colder than the actual temperature.

59
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The barometer is falling, which usually means bad weather is coming.

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Barometer

An instrument used to measure atmospheric pressure and predict weather changes.

60
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Pleasantly warm, neither too hot nor too cold.

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Mild

The mild weather in spring is perfect for outdoor activities.

61
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Slightly wet or humid.

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Damp

The clothes felt damp after being left out in the rain.

62
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Extremely heavy rain.

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Torrential

The torrential rain caused flooding in some areas of the city.

63
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To enjoy and soak up the sun or warmth.

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Bask in:

We basked in the sun on the beach all day.

64
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To fall asleep or lose focus due to comfortable weather.

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Drift off:

The sound of rain made me drift off during the meeting.

65
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To endure hot weather or physical activity.

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Sweat it out:

We had to sweat it out while hiking in the scorching heat.

66
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In an uncertain or erratic manner.

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Unpredictably

The weather has been changing unpredictably lately.

67
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Describing weather conditions that gradually become severe without notice.

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Stealthily

The storm crept in stealthily, catching everyone off guard.

68
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To delay or prevent something, often used with rain or bad weather.

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Hold off:

  • I hope the rain holds off until after the outdoor event.
69
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To cancel plans or events due to bad weather.

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Wash out:

The heavy rain washed out our picnic, unfortunately.

70
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A peaceful and quiet period following a chaotic or difficult situation.

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. The calm after the storm

  • We finally had the calm after the storm when the project was completed.
71
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To endure and withstand challenging weather conditions.

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Weather the elements:

We need to weather the elements while camping in the wilderness.

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