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Recent Examples of vortex
Heading into the final week of February, Maue said the main polar vortex cold pool reservoir remains largely locked up over Canada north of the Arctic Circle.
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Doyle Rice, USA Today, 16 Feb. 2026
That pattern weakens the polar vortex’s grip on cold air, allowing Arctic air to spill into the central and southern United States.
—Newsroom Meteorologist, Houston Chronicle, 13 Feb. 2026
Mii amo is a popular wellness destination along Boynton Canyon, one of Sedona's major vortexes that are said to be abundant in spiritual energy.
—Michael Salerno, AZCentral.com, 11 Feb. 2026
Extreme weather and resilience spending Utilities and regulators are responding to wildfire seasons, polar vortices, and heat domes by investing in resilience—undergrounding lines, advanced protection systems, expanded tree‑trimming, and passing the costs on to customers.
—Ashley Lutz, Fortune, 10 Feb. 2026
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Doyle Rice, USA Today, 16 Feb. 2026
That pattern weakens the polar vortex’s grip on cold air, allowing Arctic air to spill into the central and southern United States.
—Newsroom Meteorologist, Houston Chronicle, 13 Feb. 2026
Mii amo is a popular wellness destination along Boynton Canyon, one of Sedona's major vortexes that are said to be abundant in spiritual energy.
—Michael Salerno, AZCentral.com, 11 Feb. 2026
Extreme weather and resilience spending Utilities and regulators are responding to wildfire seasons, polar vortices, and heat domes by investing in resilience—undergrounding lines, advanced protection systems, expanded tree‑trimming, and passing the costs on to customers.
—Ashley Lutz, Fortune, 10 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vortex
Noun
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Heading into the Ukraine war’s fifth year, the gulf between the Kremlin version of reality and the lived experience of ordinary Russians remains.—
Elizaveta Gaufman,
The Conversation,
21 Feb. 2026
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For tonight’s game, any fatigue Newcastle feel is unlikely to bridge the gulf in quality between the sides.—
Conor O'Neill,
New York Times,
18 Feb. 2026
Noun
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All concierge guests aboard the Treasure can enjoy access to the Concierge Lounge and a private sun deck, complete with whirlpools and a small wading pool.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Feb. 2026
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Enjoy the surrounding tropical forest from your private cabin or outside in your own heated whirlpool.—
Lauren P. Reyes,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Feb. 2026
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Brief breaks in the maelstrom gave way to heavy snow blown sideways by gusting winds.—
Caelyn Pender,
Mercury News,
18 Feb. 2026
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France’s President Emmanuel Macron was another one caught in the maelstrom.—
Andrew Carey,
CNN Money,
20 Jan. 2026
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His halftime show was a kaleidoscopic extension of that triumph, a sunny snapshot of the island imported to the 50-yard line, largely removing anything like a traditional stage, spreading dancing and musicians outward and evenly, placing Bad Bunny at the center of a constant swirl of action.—
Christopher Borrelli,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Feb. 2026
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An espresso blended with whole milk, caramel swirl, coconut flavor and topped with sweet cold foam.—
Jordan Green,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Vortex.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vortex. Accessed 25 Feb. 2026.
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