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A state of confusion or disorder
(the elements) Atmospheric forces such as strong winds and rains
Plural for a violent disturbance of the atmosphere with strong winds and usually rain, thunder, lightning, or snow
“The storm would make it difficult for us to press forward toward our destination.”
Plural for a direct assault by troops on a fortified place
“An attempt at a storm on the castle was beaten back by defenders.”
Plural for a tumultuous or angry reaction
“The book would touch on many issues that were considered taboo, resulting in a veritable storm across the country.”
Plural for a state of noisy and confused activity
“It was the calm before the storm as the audience waited in anticipation for their favorite band to emerge.”
Plural for a vehement outburst of a specified feeling or reaction
“Donald's remarks set off a storm of controversy.”
Plural for a heavy discharge of many things at once
“He was thoroughly unprepared for the storm of tough questions that awaited him at the press conference.”
To move angrily or forcefully in a specified direction
“The conversation deteriorated into calling each other daft names, and I moved to storm out of his office with one final remark.”
(of troops) To suddenly attack and capture (a building or other place) by means of force
“A shooting broke out, prompting troops to storm the building.”
To shout (something) angrily
“My room was a mess. "Clean it up, right now!" my mother would storm.”
To be stirred up with anger
“When we arrived, our hostess was storming because dinner had been ruined.”
To have the weather be rough or violent
“It would continue to storm throughout the night.”
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