Because the winds at that level are pretty strong, the clouds aligned parallel to the direction of wind flow, in “streets” curving along with the flow of the high-pressure system.

因为该高度层上风力非常强劲，云与风向平行，形成一条条沿高压系统流向的“云街”。

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We can't change the direction of wind, but we can change the orientation of sail!

我们不能改变风的方向，但我们可以改变帆的方向！

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Because the winds at that level are pretty strong, the clouds aligned parallel to the direction of wind flow, in "streets" curving along with the flow of the high-pressure system.

因为该高度层上风力非常强劲，云与风向平行，形成一条条沿高压系统流向的“云街”。

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Instead of placing our fingers in the air to determine which way the wind is blowing, we enlist the help of others to change the direction of the wind.

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Aircraft typically take off or land against the direction of the wind, which increases the lift to their wings.

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The direction of the wind matters, too, because wind blowing to shore can drive a storm surge and lead to coastal flooding.

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