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tropical storm

NOUN
violent rain storm
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In August 1977, humidity and heat from a tropical storm was blamed for killing 725 dairy cows in Chino.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2026

An exceptionally rare tropical storm, named Cyclone Senyar, caused catastrophic landslides and flooding in Indonesia, with homes swept away and thousands of buildings submerged.

From BBC • Nov. 30, 2025

A tropical storm has exacerbated conditions, and the tolls in Indonesia and Thailand rank among the highest in floods in those countries in recent years.

From Barron's • Nov. 30, 2025

It has been exacerbated by a tropical storm in the region in recent days.

From Barron's • Nov. 28, 2025

“If you two are going to do something stupid in the middle of a tropical storm, then I guess I’m doing it with you. We’re the Dog Squad. We do our stupid stuff together!”

From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein




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