hailstorm

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A storm that produces hail; usually written as one word.

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  • A severe hailstorm damaged cars and crops across the region.
  • The hailstorm lasted only fifteen minutes but caused extensive damage.
  • Farmers fear that the hailstorm will destroy this year's harvest.
  • We had to take shelter when a sudden hailstorm struck.
  • The hailstorm was so intense that it shattered several windows.
  • Weather forecasters warned of a possible hailstorm this afternoon.
  • After the hailstorm, the ground was covered in ice pellets.
  • The violent hailstorm forced us to pull over and wait.
  • Insurance claims increased dramatically following the hailstorm.
  • A rare hailstorm in summer caught everyone by surprise.