英语中的量词不是一种词类，而是许多与数量有关的词和短语。恰当使用这些短语会使表达更加形象。现在把表达“一阵”的短语进行归纳并解释，希望对你的学习有所帮助。
1. a cloud of = a mess of dust, smoke etc in the air, or a large number of insects flying together
e.g: A cloud of dust got into his eyes. 一股尘土吹进了他的双眼。
2. a blaze of = a sudden show of very strong emotion
e.g: When Mr. Smith saw his garden trampled, a blaze of anger broke forth. 当史密斯先生看到他的花园被人踩了时，一股怒火迸发而出。
3. a thunder of = a loud noise that you hear during a storm, usually after a flash of lightning (often in figure)
e.g:His speech on peace won a thunder of applause.
他所做的关于和平的演讲博得了一阵雷鸣般的掌声。
4. a flood of = a very large number of things or people that arrive at the same time
e.g: What a flood of rain! 好一阵大雨！
5. a ripple of = a sound that gets gradually louder and softer
e.g: A ripple of laughter ran through the audience. 听众中发出了一阵轻快的笑声。
6. a flush of = a sudden feeling of anger, excitement etc. |
