flurry
Translation
flurry, shower, burst, commotion
Examples
A flurry of snow fell overnight.
A flurry of snow fell overnight.
There was a flurry of activity before the event.
There was a flurry of activity before the event.
The news caused a flurry of excitement.
The news caused a flurry of excitement.
Grammar Patterns
a flurry of ((sth.)) a sudden, brief period of sth. There was a flurry of activity.
Similar Words
Synonyms: burst, rush, commotion, shower (of snow)
Etymology
Origin uncertain, possibly imitative, related to 'flutter' or 'hurry'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a bird making a 'flurry' with its wings, a quick, sudden movement. This connects to both the snow and activity meanings.