The bise is a wind unique to Switzerland. While most winds in Switzerland blow from west to east, the bise does the exact opposite.
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The bise, the ill wind unique to Switzerland
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When a cold, dry wind sweeps through Switzerland, many people complain of headaches and other problems. They then often curse the bise.
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