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volcano

[vol-key-noh] / vɒlˈkeɪ noʊ /


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The eruption of an Icelandic volcano kept some artists from getting to the festival, including The Cribs and Frightened Rabbit.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

Another feature of Storm Therese has been snow, which has fallen over high ground surrounding Mount Teide - the volcano in the centre of Tenerife.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

This eruption, whether from Laacher See or another volcano, released enough sulfur into the atmosphere to rival the most powerful eruptions in recorded history.

From Science Daily • Mar. 20, 2026

For holidaymakers who might think of the Canaries as a year-round sun destination this may come as a surprise but snow over the volcano is actually not unusual, especially in winter and early spring.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

Before he could finish, his stomach began making a noise like an erupting volcano.

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville