gust of

Frequency: 9.015.2 per million words

used to specify what the gust consists of, e.g., wind, rain, or air

gustgust + PREPOSITION

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Examples (10)

  • A sudden gust of wind slammed the door shut.
  • She pulled her coat tight against a gust of cold air.
  • A violent gust of wind blew the large tree down.
  • Through the open window came a gust of rain.
  • He was nearly knocked over by a powerful gust of wind.
  • A gust of steam escaped when he lifted the pot lid.
  • The papers on the desk were scattered by a gust of wind.
  • We stood on the cliff, enjoying a refreshing gust of sea air.
  • A thick gust of smoke blew directly into his face.
  • The small boat rocked dangerously in a gust of wind.