Cold wave
Cold wave noun - A weather condition marked by low temperatures.
Usage example: the unseasonable cold wave in the Northeast has already put a strain on oil supplies
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Synonyms for Cold wave
Snap
Snap noun - A weather condition marked by low temperatures.
Usage example: a prolonged cold snap
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