1
a
: a storm or system of winds that rotates about a center of low atmospheric pressure, advances at a speed of 20 to 30 miles (about 30 to 50 kilometers) an hour, and often brings heavy rain
b
: tornado
2
: any of various centrifugal devices for separating materials (such as solid particles from gases)
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Monisha Ravisetti, Space.com, 17 June 2026
In May, a direct observation of the property showed a cyclone fence was in place along part of the perimeter.
—George Avalos, Mercury News, 16 June 2026
The cyclone killed more than 1,000 people and displaced over a million.
—Mustafa Qadri, CNN Money, 16 June 2026
The Atlantic hurricane season began June 1, but no cyclones have formed in that basin yet this year.
—Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
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Global warming is directly correlated with increases in serious disasters like hurricanes, cyclones and wildfires.
—Monisha Ravisetti, Space.com, 17 June 2026
In May, a direct observation of the property showed a cyclone fence was in place along part of the perimeter.
—George Avalos, Mercury News, 16 June 2026
The cyclone killed more than 1,000 people and displaced over a million.
—Mustafa Qadri, CNN Money, 16 June 2026
The Atlantic hurricane season began June 1, but no cyclones have formed in that basin yet this year.
—Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
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“Cyclone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cyclone. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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