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Heat wave Meaning in English

expression

ˈhit/ /ˈweɪv
HEET-wayv
hˈiːt/ /wˈeɪv
HEET-wayv

释义

A period of unusually hot weather, often lasting several days or more, much hotter than what is normal for the area.

用法与细微差别

'Heat wave' is mainly used in news, weather reports, and daily conversation about climate. Often described with duration: 'a three-day heat wave'. Not used for short, hot afternoons—must last more than a day.

例句

We bought an extra fan because of the heat wave.

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The city is experiencing a heat wave this week.

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During the heat wave, many people stayed indoors.

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A heat wave can be dangerous for the elderly.

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Last summer’s heat wave broke all the temperature records.

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Everybody at work was talking about the heat wave and how to stay cool.

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