bluster

US /ˈblʌs.tɚ/
UK /ˈblʌs.tɚ/
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1.

talk in a loud, aggressive, or indignant way with little effect

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He would often bluster about his achievements, but no one really listened.
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The politician continued to bluster, ignoring the questions from reporters.
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rantraveswaggerbragboast
2.

(of a storm, wind, or sea) blow or rage fiercely

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The wind began to bluster, shaking the old house.
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The waves blustered against the rocky shore.
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stormrageroarhowlgale
1.

loud, aggressive, or indignant talk with little effect

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His usual bluster failed to intimidate anyone this time.
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Despite all his bluster, he was actually quite nervous.
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rantbravadobraggadocioboastingswagger
2.

forceful and noisy movement of wind or water

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The bluster of the storm kept us awake all night.
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We could hear the bluster of the waves from our cabin.
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roarhowlgalestormcommotion