Meaning of the word "storm cloud" in English
What does "storm cloud" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
storm cloud
US /ˈstɔːrm ˌklaʊd/
UK /ˈstɔːm ˌklaʊd/
Noun
1.
a dark cloud indicating an approaching storm
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Dark storm clouds gathered on the horizon, signaling bad weather.
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The picnic was canceled due to the threatening storm clouds.
2.
a sign or feeling that something bad is about to happen
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The sudden drop in sales was a storm cloud on the company's financial horizon.
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Despite the initial success, there was a growing storm cloud of discontent among the employees.