avalanche

Example Sentences

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“As you layer snow on top of each other, different kinds of snow, that can create an avalanche risk,” Belles said.

From Los Angeles Times

But when Malone called the avalanche forecaster to update him on the earthquakes, there was a different question weighing on the forecaster’s mind.

From Literature

Rocked by an avalanche of growth-sapping shocks, countries around the world are tearing up savings plans and rolling out large fiscal stimulus packages financed by bumper budget deficits.

From The Wall Street Journal

The spokesman also told AFP that most of the casualties were caused by roof collapses and avalanches, while many also died from frostbite in sub-zero temperatures.

From Barron's

Under the pressure of that avalanche of lies, many will believe.

From Los Angeles Times