updrafts

[US]/ˈʌpdrɑːft/
[UK]/ˈʌpdræft/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.an upward current of air
adj.related to upward ventilation

Phrases & Collocations

strong updraft

thermal updraft

updraft zone

updraft region

updraft effect

updraft winds

updraft currents

updraft velocity

updraft formation

updraft dynamics

Example Sentences

the updraft carried the kite high into the sky.

birds use the updraft to soar effortlessly.

during the storm, the updraft created strong winds.

the pilot skillfully navigated the updraft.

thermals are a type of updraft that gliders rely on.

we observed the updraft forming over the mountains.

the updraft helped the hot air balloon rise.

understanding updrafts is crucial for meteorologists.

the updraft was strong enough to lift the debris.

in soaring, pilots look for the strongest updrafts.

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