Pronunciation: /wɜːrlwɪnd/
noun a column of air moving rapidly around and around in a cylindrical or funnel shape
A1 The whirlwind blew all the leaves off the trees.
A2 She felt like she was caught in a whirlwind of emotions.
B1 The whirlwind of activity in the office made it hard to focus.
B2 The whirlwind tour of Europe left them exhausted but exhilarated.
C1 The whirlwind negotiations resulted in a successful business deal.
C2 The whirlwind of rumors surrounding the celebrity's personal life was relentless.
adjective characterized by or involving rapid changes or activity
A1 The whirlwind puppy ran around the yard, full of energy.
A2 She had a whirlwind romance with a man she met on vacation.
B1 The whirlwind trip to Europe left them exhausted but exhilarated.
B2 The whirlwind changes in the company's management caused confusion among employees.
C1 His whirlwind career in politics took him from local council member to senator in just a few years.
C2 The whirlwind of emotions she felt after winning the championship was overwhelming.
formal The company experienced a whirlwind of changes after the merger.
informal I can't keep up with all the whirlwind of gossip going around.
slang She's been in a whirlwind relationship with that guy for months now.
figurative His thoughts were a whirlwind of emotions after receiving the news.
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