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rafale
A "rafale" is a sudden, strong burst, typically of wind or gunfire.
In a sentence
Une rafale de vent a renversé le parasol.
A gust of wind toppled the umbrella.
Here, 'rafale' refers to a sudden and strong burst of wind, often used in meteorological contexts.
Lors du discours, il a reçu une rafale d'applaudissements.
During the speech, he received a burst of applause.
In this sentence, 'rafale' signifies a sudden and intense occurrence, metaphorically applied to applause.
Dans le film, les soldats échangeaient des rafales de tirs.
In the movie, the soldiers exchanged bursts of gunfire.
This usage highlights 'rafale' as a series of rapid and continuous events, specifically fired shots in this context.
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