rustling of wind and rain; drizzling
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesadjective
describing the sound of wind and rain; rustling; soughing
literaryOften used in literary contexts to evoke a melancholic or atmospheric mood. Commonly appears in classical poetry and modern descriptive prose.
The wind and rain rustled outside the window, making it hard to fall asleep.
The autumn wind whistled desolately along the ancient road, covering the ground with fallen leaves.
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On a night of rustling wind and rain, he walked home alone.
adjective
describing light rain or drizzle; falling gently
literaryDescribes the fine, gentle nature of light rainfall. Often used in poetic or descriptive contexts to create a soft, quiet atmosphere.
The Qingming Festival brings drizzling rain, and travelers on the road feel their hearts breaking.
Outside the window, a gentle drizzle was falling, nourishing the newly sprouted grass and trees.
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The gentle drizzle washed away the dust of the city.