Flurries Meaning in English
word · lemma: flurry
Definition
Short periods of light snowfall, with snow falling for a brief time, often in bursts. Can also mean a sudden busy activity, but most commonly used for snow in weather reports.
Usage & Nuances
Almost always plural in weather contexts ('snow flurries'). Formal/weather-related term, not used for heavy snow. Can mean sudden brief activity in other situations (e.g., 'a flurry of emails'), but that meaning is less common. Do not confuse with 'blizzard' (much heavier snow).
Example Sentences
We saw flurries during our walk this morning.
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Sometimes flurries come and go quickly.
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Don't worry, these are just flurries, not a real snowstorm.
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By noon, the flurries had stopped and the sun came out.
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We had a few flurries, but nothing stuck to the ground.
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There are flurries in the forecast tonight.
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