cyclone
Example Sentences
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A cyclone off Australia triggered outages at two of the world's largest LNG plants, energy giant Chevron said Friday as Middle East turmoil stoked soaring demand for the fuel.
From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026
Snell said this event “has certainly met bomb cyclone criteria perfectly,” adding the storm dropped 41 millibars in 24 hours between 7 a.m.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026
Madagascar's new leader, Colonel Michael Randrianirina, called for "international solidarity", saying on Wednesday the cyclone had "ravaged up to 75 percent of Toamasina and surrounds".
From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026
At least 20 people have died after a powerful cyclone struck Madagascar, says the disaster authority in the Indian Ocean island.
From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026
As if in thanks, the sturdy trees had protected their house and fields from the brunt of the cyclone.
From "Tiger Boy" by Mitali Perkins
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