storm cellar
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a cellar used for protection during violent storms, such as tornadoes
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- When the tornado siren blared, we all rushed into the storm cellar.
- Our old farmhouse has a sturdy storm cellar for protection during tornado season.
- The family survived the twister by huddling together in their storm cellar.
- They are building a new house in Kansas and will include a reinforced storm cellar.
- The entrance to the storm cellar was hidden behind the barn.
- As a child, I found the dark, musty storm cellar both frightening and exciting.
- Does your property have a storm cellar? It's a necessity in this region.
- We stocked the storm cellar with water, blankets, and a first-aid kit.
- After the storm passed, they cautiously emerged from the storm cellar.
- A well-maintained storm cellar can be a lifesaver during violent weather.