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northerly
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in a direction toward the north
Example
The migratory birds flew northerly, returning to their breeding grounds.
The river flowed northerly, carving its path through the rugged landscape.
The cold wind blew northerly, carrying the chill of the Arctic.
northerly
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oriented toward or moving in the direction of the north
Example
The road takes a northerly turn just before reaching the mountain pass.
The plane adjusted to a northerly route to avoid the incoming storm.
The hikers continued their journey in a northerly direction, hoping to reach the summit by noon.
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(of winds, etc.) originating from the north
Example
The brisk northerly wind made the morning air feel even colder.
The forecast warned of a fresh northerly wind, bringing a chill to the region.
A northerly gust swept through the city, causing leaves to scatter across the streets.
Northerly
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a wind that blows from the north
Example
The migratory birds flew northerly, returning to their breeding grounds.
The river flowed northerly, carving its path through the rugged landscape.
The cold wind blew northerly, carrying the chill of the Arctic.
The compass needle pointed northerly, guiding the explorers through the mountainous terrain.
The highway stretched northerly, connecting remote towns and villages.
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