Some examples of word usage: oppressive heat
1. The oppressive heat made it impossible to go outside.
La chaleur étouffante rendait impossible de sortir.
2. The oppressive heat caused many people to seek refuge in air-conditioned buildings.
La chaleur étouffante a poussé de nombreuses personnes à chercher refuge dans des bâtiments climatisés.
3. The oppressive heat was unbearable, even at night.
La chaleur étouffante était insupportable, même la nuit.
4. The oppressive heat made it difficult to sleep.
La chaleur étouffante rendait difficile de dormir.
5. The oppressive heat led to a heat advisory being issued by the authorities.
La chaleur étouffante a conduit à l'émission d'un avis de chaleur par les autorités.
6. The oppressive heat caused many to long for cooler weather.
La chaleur étouffante a poussé beaucoup à souhaiter un temps plus frais.