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natural disaster

1 of 1noun
/ˈnætʃərəl dɪˈzæstər/
Forms:natural disasters
1

any destruction caused by the nature that results in a great amount of damage or the death of many, such as an earthquake, flood, etc.

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  • The city was devastated by a natural disaster, leaving many homeless.
  • A natural disaster like an earthquake can change lives in seconds.
  • The government responded quickly to the natural disaster with relief efforts.
  • The region is prone to natural disasters, including floods and tornadoes.
  • The tsunami was one of the deadliest natural disasters in recorded history.