natural disaster

noun

: a sudden and terrible event in nature (such as a hurricane, tornado, or flood) that usually results in serious damage and many deaths
The earthquake was one of the worst natural disasters of this century.

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Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) stated that the drone- and laser-based system could prevent natural disasters in the future. Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 13 July 2026 The western part of the state had been ravaged by the remnants of Hurricane Helene, torn apart in a way never imagined by one of the worst natural disasters the area had ever experienced. Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 13 July 2026 Many Venezuelans are also suffering from chronic conditions -- such as diabetes and hypertension -- and are struggling to get care in the aftermath of the natural disaster. Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 13 July 2026 Some parts of the world face natural disasters more frequently than others. Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 12 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for natural disaster

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“Natural disaster.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/natural%20disaster. Accessed 15 Jul. 2026.

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