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hurricane

[hur-i-keyn, huhr-, -kuhn] / ˈhɜr ɪˌkeɪn, ˈhʌr-, -kən /


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US forecasters have already predicted a "below normal" Atlantic hurricane season as stronger upper-level winds can inhibit storm development.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Look into buying down your hurricane deductible or purchasing a parametric policy to fill the gap.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

That wind speed is comparable to a Category 1 hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson hurricane wind scale.

From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026

The Atlantic hurricane season officially begins June 1, and emergency officials across coastal states are still urging residents and travelers to prepare early rather than assume a quieter forecast guarantees safety.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

In the distance, electric light glowed from the windows of the tall condos that had survived the hurricane.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz




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