near gale

noun

1. meteorol a wind of force seven on the Beaufort scale or from 32–38 mph

Example Sentences

The wind had picked up to near gale force and darkness was fast approaching.

From Salon

This ranks as "near gale" on the Beaufort wind force scale.

From Reuters

In truth, the presidential campaign has been blowing at near gale force for months.

From New York Times

The captains insisted that they keep fishing in a near gale with waves 10m high.

From The Guardian

Weather conditions were expected to remain about the same in the region on Friday, with a high potential for additional charred acreage due to wind gusts near gale force.

From Reuters