cold spell
A "cold spell" can describe both a short period of unusually low temperatures and a phase of subpar performance.
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Definition
B1Weather
(common)A brief period when temperatures are much lower than usual.
Example
- The cold spell lasted for a week, bringing snow and frost to the region.
- Farmers are worried about the crops surviving the unexpected cold spell.
B2Performance
(figurative, common)A period of poor performance or lack of success.
Example
- The team is going through a cold spell, having lost their last five games.
- After a cold spell in sales, the company is finally seeing an increase in revenue.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "cold spell":
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