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Storm (Noun)

A violent weather condition with winds 64-72 knots (11 on the Beaufort scale) and precipitation and thunder and lightning.

Nouns denoting natural phenomena.

The hurricane brought a severe storm to the coastal towns, causing widespread destruction and power outages.
The dark storm clouds gathered rapidly, with loud thunder and flashes of lightning illuminating the sky.
The captain of the ship navigated through the storm with caution, fighting against the strong winds and heavy rain.
As the storm intensified, the rain poured down in sheets, making it difficult to see or hear anything outside.
The severe storm warning issued by the weather service predicted winds of up to 70 knots and large hail, prompting residents to take cover.

A violent commotion or disturbance; "the storms that had characterized their relationship had died away"; "it was only a tempest in a teapot".

Nouns denoting natural processes.

The company was weathering a storm of bad publicity that threatened to ruin its reputation.
The scandal had created a storm of controversy that continued to swirl around the politician.
Their marriage had been a storm of arguments and fighting, but counseling had helped to calm the waters.
The news of the layoffs caused a storm of anxiety among the remaining employees.
After a storm of criticism from her fans, the pop star apologized for her insensitive comment.

A direct and violent assault on a stronghold.

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

The medieval town was prepared for the storm by the enemy forces, having reinforced their walls and gates.
The storm on the fortress was led by a fierce and experienced commander who would stop at nothing.
For several hours the two forces battled it out in a relentless storm on the castle walls.
Despite the best attempts of the defenders, the enemy successfully breached the walls during the early hours of the storm.
Ultimately, it was the prolonged and intense storm by the opposing army that led to the downfall of the stronghold.