tropical storm
noun
a tropical cyclone of less than hurricane force.
tropical storms
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pluralof tropical storm.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Hurricane Isaias and tropical storms on the West Coast might mess with travel plans, so monitor your flight status closely and check for cruise implications.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2026
The waters of the Pacific Ocean have been unsettled in recent weeks by a series of tropical storms, with some of them developing into hurricanes.
From Barron's ● Sep. 11, 2026
Increased wind shear rips apart thunderstorms, preventing them from growing into tropical storms or hurricanes.
From BBC ● Sep. 10, 2026
Extreme heat has driven more people to the beach, and high surf fueled by Pacific tropical storms has added to the dangers.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026
It was one of those tropical storms that comes up swiftly without warning.
From "The Cay" by Theodore Taylor
