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tornado

[tawr-ney-doh] / tɔrˈneɪ doʊ /


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Window reflections have been misconstrued as a possible intruder and a tornado.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

A mini tornado of ash, embers and debris, known as an ash devil, spun up into the air from the remains of a fire that the crews had already put out.

From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026

Red apples made of foam drop from above in one scene, and leaves swirl during the tornado.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

One showed people recording action sequences with iPhone 17 Pro Maxes, including a movie set where a pirate ship was under attack, and another featuring an incoming tornado.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

It was like a small tornado had settled at the tree line, and snow began to whirl around faster and faster.

From "Breadcrumbs" by Anne Ursu




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