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3 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Becalm' in a Sentence

"To prevent a sailing vessel from moving by depriving it of the wind; causing a state of calm or stillness in the surrounding air." more

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The hot summer day becalmed the city, bringing everything to a standstill.
The forest was becalmed, the only sound being the rustle of leaves in the gentle breeze.
The ship was becalmed, its sails hanging lifeless in the stagnant air.

Becalm

bih-kahm
verbTo prevent a sailing vessel from moving by depriving it of the wind; causing a state of calm or stillness in the surrounding air.

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Last Updated On: May 24, 2024
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