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cytokine storm a severe immune reaction of the body in which cytokines, which normally help in the process of fighting infection, are released in overwhelming numbers and begin to attack healthy cells.
dust storm a storm of very strong winds that sweep up dust from the land. Dust storms can occur when the land has become very dry from lack of rain.
magnetic storm a temporary widespread disturbance of the earth's magnetic field, caused by unusual solar activity.
storm cellar a cellar or underground room used for refuge or safety during severe storms.
storm door an outer door added to protect the regular entrance door from bad weather.
storm petrel any of several small sea birds that have black or brown plumage, esp. one of the North Atlantic and Mediterranean areas; stormy petrel.
storm surge an often dangerous rise in sea level that accompanies a storm, particularly a hurricane.
storm trooper a member of the German Nazi militia, noted for its brutality and violence; Brownshirt.
tropical storm a tropical cyclone with winds from 39 to 73 miles per hour, the stage below a hurricane in strength.
weather the storm to endure through a difficult time.