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fog

/fɒɡ/

Fog is a thick cloud of tiny water droplets suspended in the atmosphere at or near the earth's surface. it obscures or restricts visibility, making it difficult to see far ahead.

Exemplos

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1

I could barely see the road while driving through the thick fog this morning.

I could barely see the road while driving through the thick fog this morning.

2

The airport authorities suspended all departures due to persistent dense fog on the runway.

The airport authorities suspended all departures due to persistent dense fog on the runway.

3

Whoa, look at all that fog outside; you can't even see the neighbors' house!

Whoa, look at all that fog outside; you can't even see the neighbors' house!

Família de palavras

Substantivo
fog
Verb
fog
Advérbio
foggily
Adjetivo
foggy
Relacionado
fogginess
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Dica de memorização

Think of 'Gray' and 'Ground'—Fog is like a Gray cloud on the Ground.

Quiz rápido

The morning _____ was so thick that the driver had to turn on his headlights.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: fog

Exemplos

1

I could barely see the road while driving through the thick fog this morning.

everyday

I could barely see the road while driving through the thick fog this morning.

2

The airport authorities suspended all departures due to persistent dense fog on the runway.

formal

The airport authorities suspended all departures due to persistent dense fog on the runway.

3

Whoa, look at all that fog outside; you can't even see the neighbors' house!

informal

Whoa, look at all that fog outside; you can't even see the neighbors' house!

4

Meteorological data suggests that coastal fog is a primary source of moisture for local flora.

academic

Meteorological data suggests that coastal fog is a primary source of moisture for local flora.

5

We should anticipate logistical delays if the heavy fog continues to affect the shipping lanes.

business

We should anticipate logistical delays if the heavy fog continues to affect the shipping lanes.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
fog
Verb
fog
Advérbio
foggily
Adjetivo
foggy
Relacionado
fogginess

Colocações comuns

thick fog thick fog
dense fog dense fog
fog lifts fog lifts
fog rolls in fog rolls in
patchy fog patchy fog

Frases Comuns

in a fog

confused or not thinking clearly

brain fog

a feeling of mental confusion or lack of focus

the fog of war

uncertainty in situational awareness experienced by participants in military operations

Frequentemente confundido com

fog vs mist

Mist is thinner than fog; you can see further through mist (over 1km) than through fog (less than 1km).

fog vs smog

Smog is a mixture of smoke and fog, usually caused by pollution, whereas fog is natural water vapor.

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Notas de uso

Fog is usually an uncountable noun when referring to the weather. We use 'thick' or 'dense' to describe it, rather than 'strong' or 'hard'.

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Erros comuns

Learners often use the word 'smoke' to describe fog. Remember that smoke comes from fire, while fog comes from water.

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Dica de memorização

Think of 'Gray' and 'Ground'—Fog is like a Gray cloud on the Ground.

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Origem da palavra

Probably of Scandinavian origin, related to Danish 'fog' meaning 'spray' or 'drift'.

Padrões gramaticais

uncountable noun used with verbs like 'lift', 'clear', or 'form' often follows 'there is' or 'it is'
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Contexto cultural

London was historically famous for its thick 'pea-souper' fogs, which were actually a dangerous mix of natural fog and coal smoke.

Quiz rápido

The morning _____ was so thick that the driver had to turn on his headlights.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: fog

Gramática relacionada

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Windy is an adjective used to describe weather conditions where there is a lot of strong, moving air. It characterizes a day or a place where the wind is blowing harder than usual, often making it feel colder or causing objects to move.

foggy

A1

Foggy is an adjective used to describe weather where there is a thick cloud of tiny water droplets near the ground. It makes it very difficult to see things that are far away or even close by.

stormy

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Describes weather that is characterized by strong winds, heavy rain, and often thunder or lightning. It can also refer to a situation or relationship marked by strong conflict or angry arguments.

overcast

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An overcast is a condition where the entire sky is covered with clouds and no sun can be seen. It describes a grey and dull sky that often happens before rain or during cold days.

cool

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freezing

A1

Freezing refers to the temperature at which water turns into ice, which is 0°C or 32°F. It describes the process or the state of the weather when it is cold enough for liquid to become solid.

humid

A1

Humid describes air that feels wet, damp, and sticky because it contains a lot of water vapor. It is often used to describe hot weather that makes you feel sweaty.

wet

A1

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mild

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Mild describes weather that is warmer than usual for a specific time of year, especially in winter or autumn. It means the temperature is moderate and pleasant, rather than being very cold or freezing.

rain

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Rain is water that falls from clouds in the sky in small drops. It is a natural weather event that provides water for plants and fills rivers and lakes.

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