No. 12,362 in Russian
канонада
Cannonade; intense, continuous artillery fire.
In a sentence
Слышалась дальняя канонада, которая создавала цельное ощущение ужаса.
A distant cannonade was heard, creating a complete sensation of horror.
The word 'канонада' is used here to describe a prolonged and intensive sound of artillery firing in a battlefield situation, providing an atmospheric setting and emotional tone.
Его канонада аргументов была настолько сильной, что никто не смог противостоять.
His cannonade of arguments was so strong that no one could resist.
The word 'канонада' metaphorically conveys an intense and persistent series of arguments, emphasizing the impact and aggressiveness in a discussion context.
После канонады дождя наступила тихая и спокойная ночь.
After the cannonade of rain, a quiet and peaceful night followed.
Here, 'канонада' is used metaphorically to describe the powerful and continuous sound or effect produced by heavy rainfall, likening it to the noise of artillery firing.
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