avalanche

Example Sentences

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But after what one news outlet called “an avalanche of opposition from climate groups,” party leadership blocked the vote.

From The Wall Street Journal

When snow falls in extreme storms as opposed to steadily over the course of the season, it increases the risk of avalanches and can force resorts to stop running lifts due to safety concerns.

From Los Angeles Times

Other agents complained about gaining weight, missing family events and feeling overwhelmed by the avalanche of leads they had to follow.

From New York Times

After 10 feet of snow in February, followed by 6 inches of rain, the patrollers knew they had to trigger an avalanche before allowing guests to ski the steep alpine bowl.

From Seattle Times

At this time of year, avalanches occur almost every day in Norway, with as much as 7% of the country's territory at risk, experts say.

From BBC