The storm raged outside, shaking the windows.

Meaning: There was a very strong and noisy storm happening outside, and it was making the windows shake.

Choice of Words: Storm is a violent disturbance of the atmosphere with strong winds and rain, thunder, and lightning. Raged means to be extremely angry or violent. Outside means not inside a building or enclosed space. Shaking means to move with short, quick movements. Windows are openings in a wall or roof that are filled with glass or other transparent material to allow light and air to enter. When you put them together, "storm raged outside, shaking the windows" means a violent storm was happening outside, causing the windows to shake and rattle.

Alternative Expressions

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