freezing rain

Frequency: 7.09.8 per million words

rain that freezes on contact with surfaces

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Examples (10)

  • The unexpected freezing rain caused treacherous driving conditions.
  • Authorities issued a warning about the potential for freezing rain and icy roads.
  • The temperature dropped rapidly, bringing with it the threat of freezing rain.
  • We had to cancel our outdoor plans due to the hazardous freezing rain.
  • Power outages were reported as freezing rain coated trees and power lines.
  • The ice accumulated on the bridges from the freezing rain made them impassable.
  • Drivers were advised to stay home and avoid the freezing rain.
  • The forecast predicted a mix of snow and freezing rain overnight.
  • Emergency services were on alert for accidents caused by freezing rain.
  • The city struggled to cope with the aftermath of the severe freezing rainstorm.