westerly

[US]/'westəlɪ/
[UK]/ˈwɛstəli/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. coming from the west; located in the west

Phrases & Collocations

westerly wind

westerly direction

westerly breeze

Example Sentences

in a westerly direction

The garden was very exposed to westerly winds.

The westerly winds brought in a cool breeze.

The ship sailed in a westerly direction towards the setting sun.

The westerly region is known for its stunning sunsets.

She gazed out at the westerly horizon, watching the sun dip below the mountains.

The westerly route is often preferred for its scenic views.

The westerly side of the island is more exposed to the elements.

The westerly facing windows let in plenty of natural light.

The westerly flow of traffic was heavier during rush hour.

The westerly winds can sometimes bring storms and heavy rainfall.

The westerly side of the building offers a beautiful view of the city skyline.

Real-world Examples

So you have westerly winds in the subtropics.

Source: Connection Magazine

From there, it continued in a westerly direction, taking advantage of prevailing winds.

Source: Women Who Changed the World

In Lofoten, in the westerly part of Lofoten.

Source: Freakonomics

Hurricanes that reach the U.S. typically leave trade winds and become influenced by westerly winds.

Source: PBS Earth - Climate Change

Abram says those westerly winds have deviated from their natural course, which would have driven cold fronts into the southern hemisphere.

Source: VOA Standard May 2014 Collection

On the side streets, topsy turvy brick buildings are crumbling under the south westerly ocean winds.

Source: 10-Day Marvelous Journey Around the World

The Valkyria kept at some distance from the coast, taking a westerly course amidst great shoals of whales and sharks.

Source: The Journey to the Heart of the Earth

Fanned by strong westerly winds, the flames are now threatening several villages and many holiday homes have had to be abandoned.

Source: Listen to this 2 Intermediate English Listening

Large--scale wind patterns, such as trade winds, westerlies, and polar easterlies, play key roles in determining the climate of different regions.

Source: 202329

It is said that a flood-tide, with a westerly wind, and ice in the Neva, would sweep St. Petersburg from the face of the earth.

Source: Selected Works from Walden Pond

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