Is there a weather event you'd love to witness in person one day?
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A natural way to answer
I'd really like to witness a proper desert sandstorm from a safe distance. It sounds dramatic and a little frightening. I imagine it's the kind of sight that takes your breath away and stays with you — definitely top of my list.
Key phrases to use
- top of my list — the thing you want or prioritise most“Seeing the aurora is top of my list.”
- takes your breath away — is so beautiful or impressive that it amazes you“The view takes your breath away.”
- take my breath away — to amaze me with great beauty or impressiveness“I'm sure the lights would take my breath away.”
- awe-inspiring — so impressive that it fills you with deep respect and wonder“A thunderstorm over the sea is awe-inspiring.”
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