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whirlwind
nounmasculineliteraryuncommon/tuɾβiˈʎɐ̃w̃/tur·bi·lhão
Definition
1A column of air moving rapidly around and around; a vortex. Figuratively, a tumultuous, rapidly developing situation.
Usage examples
“A whirlwind formed over the desert.”
“Their romance was a whirlwind of passion and drama.”
Common combinations
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