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.

Examples of natural disaster in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Prepared or hot foods, such as rotisserie chicken, are also not eligible for purchase with SNAP, except during temporary waivers issued after natural disasters. —Faith Bugenhagen, Austin American Statesman, 24 Mar. 2026

Brenden believes that the increasing frequency of natural disasters is helping to drive a political realignment. —Gaby Del Valle, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026

Andrés is the founder of World Central Kitchen, a nonprofit that has delivered nearly one billion meals worldwide in response to natural disasters and war zones since its launch in 2010. —Cbs News Atlanta Digital Staff, CBS News, 23 Mar. 2026

Home insurance can also be optional, although most lenders require it, and it’s meant to cover unavoidable damage caused by natural disasters or major accidents, like storm damage or house fires. —Dan Simms, USA Today, 23 Mar. 2026

Rhymes for natural disaster

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• blaster
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