killer wave

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A very large and destructive ocean wave.

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  • The killer wave struck a tiny atoll in the Maldives.
  • A sudden killer wave engulfed the small fishing village.
  • Sailors dread encountering a killer wave in the open ocean.
  • Reports indicated a killer wave was heading towards the coast.
  • The rogue killer wave caught many off guard during their vacation.
  • Survivors recounted the terrifying experience of being hit by the killer wave.
  • Scientists are studying the formation of such powerful killer waves.
  • The coastline was devastated after the killer wave made landfall.
  • He managed to cling to debris as the killer wave swept everything away.
  • Coastal communities are always wary of potential killer waves.