storm cellar

noun

Definition of storm cellarnext
as in cyclone cellar

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Recent Examples of storm cellar Storm Cellar Two more mirrors covered in chains and padlocks will be waiting for visitors in the storm cellar. — Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 16 Sep. 2025 Seek shelter immediately, such as a safe room, basement, storm cellar, or a small interior room on the lowest level of a sturdy building. — Mariyam Muhammad, Cincinnati Enquirer, 3 Apr. 2025 But no one ever answers the nagging question of why all these people living in an area regularly hammered by tornadoes never seem to have a basement or storm cellar to flee to. — David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 July 2024 For optimal protection, choose basements, storm cellars and inner rooms away from doors, windows and outer walls. — Jade Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 24 May 2024
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  1. foundation
  2. vault
Noun
  • Historical background The complexities of Pennsylvania’s system of municipalities go back to its foundation as a colony in the 17th century.
    — Scott Spires, Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 Aug. 2026
  • The organization is funded through Howard County government, state and federal grants, private foundations, and contributions from individuals, community groups, the faith community and local businesses.
    — Adam Thompson, CBS News, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of foundation
Noun
  • The fire was catastrophic, but the heat stopped short of the full depth, even in vaults – the arched stone ceilings of the cathedral – only about 5 to 6 inches (12 to 15 centimeters) thick.
    — Giorgia Giardina, The Conversation, 13 Aug. 2026
  • After Diana’s 1996 divorce from then-Prince Charles, the Lover’s Knot Tiara went back into Queen Elizabeth’s royal vault.
    — Francesca Gariano, PEOPLE, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of vault

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“Storm cellar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/storm%20cellar. Accessed 17 Aug. 2026.

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