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Avalanche

usgb/ˈævəlæntʃ/Volume
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Natural Disaster

Refers to a sudden, catastrophic event involving nature.

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The documentary highlighted the devastating effects of an avalanche on small villages.
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Unpredictable Danger

Stresses the sudden and often unexpected nature of this event.

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Hikers fear the risk of an avalanche most in spring.
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Rapid Descent

Emphasizes the speed and force of the falling mass.

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The sheer velocity of the avalanche made escape impossible.
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