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Vocabulary Entry
hail
|noun • verb • noun
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N
noun
A type of precipitation consisting of solid ice pellets.
Example Sentences
"The hail damaged the car's windshield."
"We watched as the hail fell heavily during the storm."
"Hailstones the size of golf balls were reported in the area."
V
verb
To praise or acclaim enthusiastically.
Example Sentences
"They hailed the new policy as a significant improvement."
"The critics hailed the artist's latest work."
"The coach was hailed for leading the team to victory."
N
noun
A call or shout to attract attention.
Example Sentences
"She gave a hail to her friend across the street."
"The sailors heard the hail from the ship signaling their arrival."
"A hail of welcome greeted the returning hero."