noun
gust of wind; squall
Refers to a sudden, strong blast of wind. Often used in weather contexts or metaphorically for a sudden change.
一陣の風が吹いて、木の葉が舞い上がった。
A gust of wind blew and the leaves swirled up.
台風の接近に伴い、時折強い一陣が吹き荒れた。
As the typhoon approached, occasional strong gusts raged.
noun
vanguard; first wave; leading group
Used for the first group or wave in a movement, attack, or trend. Often appears in phrases like 一陣を切る (to lead the charge).
彼は新事業の一陣として海外市場に乗り込んだ。
He entered the overseas market as part of the vanguard of the new business.
選挙戦で彼が一陣を切って立候補
He led the charge by announcing his candidacy first in the election campaign.