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heavy rain vs thick rain

The correct phrase is 'heavy rain.' 'Thick rain' is not a common or correct way to describe intense rainfall.

Last updated: March 30, 2024 • 8000 views

heavy rain

Correct. 'Heavy rain' is a common phrase used to describe intense or significant rainfall.

This phrase is used to indicate a substantial amount of rain falling at a given time, often associated with strong storms or downpours.

Examples:

  • We had heavy rain all night, and the streets are flooded.
  • The forecast predicts heavy rain for the weekend.
  • Heavy rain caused delays in the train schedule.
  • The plants are thriving after the recent heavy rain.
  • Drivers should be cautious during heavy rain.

Alternatives:

  • intense rain
  • torrential rain
  • pouring rain
  • downpour
  • heavy downpour

thick rain

Incorrect. 'Thick rain' is not a common or correct way to describe intense rainfall.

  • And there's always this dark, thick rain.
  • You just listen to the Pork-Chop Express and take his advice on a stormy night, when the lightning's crashing', the thunder's roaring', and the rain's comin' down in sheets thick as lead.
  • The sun can hardly pierce the haze, not a haze made out of rain and fog, but steaming thick and hot like the mist in a slaughterhouse.

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