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tornadoes
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a strong and dangerous type of wind, which is formed like a turning cone, usually causing damage
- Many trees were uprooted by the powerful tornado.
- The region is known for frequent tornado occurrences.
- The tornado damaged the power lines, causing a blackout in the area.
- The tornado moved quickly across the open fields.
- The weather radar indicated a possible tornado formation.
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a purified and potent form of cocaine that is smoked rather than snorted; highly addictive
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(Southern US) a messy or chaotic situation
- The kitchen was a tornado after the kids finished baking.
- That meeting turned into a real tornado.
- Her desk is always a tornado of papers.
- The party last night was a tornado; drinks and confetti everywhere.
- He walked into the room and found a tornado of clothes on the floor.