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cyclones

  • plural
    of cyclone.
    cyclone
    noun
    a large-scale, atmospheric wind-and-pressure system characterized by low pressure at its center and by circular wind motion, counterclockwise in the Northern Hemisphere, clockwise in the Southern Hemisphere.

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But in their quest for relief, they’ve found massive, dangerous waves and strong currents fueled by tropical cyclones from the eastern Pacific Ocean, according to the National Weather Service.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 29, 2026

Rio’s Australian iron-ore operations are recovering from the impact of tropical cyclones earlier in the year.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 10, 2026

The western Pacific region is particularly prone to tropical cyclones.

From BBC ● Jul. 5, 2026

This particularly deprives eastern parts of the country of rainfall and sees a later start to the northern wet season -- though less chance of tropical cyclones.

From Barron's ● Jun. 11, 2026

I put the photo back in its hiding place, between the chapters on cyclones and anticyclones.

From "The London Eye Mystery" by Siobhan Dowd