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tropical

[trop-i-kuhl, troh-pi-kuhl] / ˈtrɒp ɪ kəl, ˈtroʊ pɪ kəl /


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New forecasts show increasing confidence that the developing El Niño in the tropical Pacific Ocean could be one of the strongest on record with warnings of record global temperatures and huge humanitarian impacts.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

This is a "neglected tropical disease" and further research could reveal a longer or shorter incubation period, he said.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

These conditions are visibly satisfied by Season 3 of “The White Lotus,” which highlights the tropical splendor of the country and poured tens of millions of dollars into the local economy.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

Health authorities have also identified 22 French nationals who have been in close contact with a separate confirmed case during flights between the tropical island of St. Helena, Johannesburg and Amsterdam on April 25.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

“A serein, brah. It’s a fine tropical rain falling from a cloudless night sky.”

From "Odd One Out" by Nic Stone




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