thunderstorms

noun

plural of thunderstorm
as in thundershowers

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Recent Examples of thunderstorms About 100,000 thunderstorms rumble across the United States each year, but just 10% intensify into a severe thunderstorm, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. — Chris Dolce, CNN Money, 13 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thunderstorms
showers
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  • On United, for example, the least expensive fare in the airlines’ lie-flat pod Polaris cabin doesn’t come with access to the Polaris business-class airport lounge, which features a bar, sit-down dining, a rest area, showers and other amenities.
    — Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 7 Aug. 2026
  • The day center was used for laundry and showers, as well as the main service building for many of the volunteers and clients on North College Street outside of uptown.
    — Zaire Breedlove August 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 Aug. 2026
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