tornado

simple noun22 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.7

Used to describe a very strong and destructive tornado.

Used to describe a tornado that causes death.

Used when a tornado is expected or forecasted but not certain.

Indicates being caught within the area affected by a tornado.

An official alert that a tornado has been sighted or is imminent.

An official alert that conditions are favorable for tornadoes to develop.

A loud alarm used to warn the public of an approaching tornado.

A tornado affects a place, often causing damage.

Similar to 'hit', meaning a tornado suddenly affects a place.

A tornado causes harm to property, infrastructure, etc.

A tornado completely ruins or demolishes something.

A tornado causes widespread and severe damage to an area.

A tornado makes contact with the ground.

A tornado moves through an area quickly and violently.

A tornado moves through an area, often with great force.

A tornado moves over a large area.

A tornado forms and moves from the clouds to the ground.

A tornado passes through an area.

A larger storm, like a hurricane, gives rise to a tornado.

Atmospheric conditions lead to the formation of a tornado.

Weather systems create the conditions for a tornado to form.

To follow a tornado, usually for scientific study or thrill-seeking.