headwind in English
With light headwinds and a strong southerly current, the crew had to work hard as we tacked, staying close to shore.
Use "headwind" in a sentence
1. You'll be in a massive headwind.
2. It's like people are sailing into a headwind all the time.
3. We had, before we'd got to the Pole, two weeks of almost permanent headwind, which slowed us down.
4. While taking off with a tailwind may be necessary under certain circumstances, a headwind is generally desirable.
5. As a matter of fact, when there was a strong headwind, it seemed as though we were not moving at all.
6. 23 The result resembles a cyclist pedalling strongly into an equally strong headwind-and wobbling dangerously as almost imperceptible progress is made.
7. The result resembles a cyclist pedalling strongly into an equally strong headwind-and wobbling dangerously as almost imperceptible progress is made.
8. To cause (the skin) to roughen, redden, or crack, especially as a result of cold or exposure: The headwind Chapped the cyclist's lips.
9. To cause (the skin) to roughen, redden, or crack, especially as a result of cold or exposure: The headwind Chapped the cyclist's lips
10. Drawing inspiration from the Gator, the Caiman muscles its way into Innova’s mid-range lineup with a strong fade and minimal glide—the Caiman thrives in a headwind
11. Also, Airstreams are known for that slippery shape that enables it cut through the wind, whether is a headwind, a side wind, airstream trailers don’t get pushed around, so you feel comfortable behind the wheel
12. I thought it would take me about 6 hours, but because of the heavy rain and a strong headwind, it took 12 hours, even though I took the train for the final 55 miles (90 km)!
13. This slow stall speed makes it possible for the aircraft to fly backwards relative to the ground (if the aircraft is pointed into a headwind of roughly 56 km/h (35 mph), it will travel backwards at 8.0 km/h (5 mph) whilst under full control).