disasters

Example Sentences

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It was one vote away from being one of the biggest disasters of the term.

From Slate • Jun. 29, 2026

Created in 1990, T.P.S. protects immigrants who are unable to return to their home countries because of violence, natural disasters or other great danger.

From Salon • Jun. 28, 2026

In 1990, Congress authorized this emergency humanitarian relief for non-citizens whose home countries were wracked by armed conflict, natural disasters or other extraordinary disruptions.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

They speak of a lack of aid, which often means reconstruction in the wake of disasters proves impossible.

From Barron's • Jun. 25, 2026

And I plan how when I grow up I will help people prepare for the disasters and save their lives and their money and advise governments on how to manage the weather.

From "The London Eye Mystery" by Siobhan Dowd