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(seism)

(seism)

cutremur

the sudden movement and shaking of the earth's surface, usually causing damage

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People ran out of their homes when the earthquake started.
The country is located in a region prone to earthquakes.

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earthquake

earthquake

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hurricane
hurricane
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(furtună tropicală)

(furtună tropicală)

uragan

a very strong and destructive wind that moves in circles, often seen in the Caribbean

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earthquake

earthquake

Noun
emergency
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(emergență)

(emergență)

urgență

an unexpected and usually dangerous situation needing immediate attention or action

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earthquake

earthquake

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flood
flood
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(flood)

(flood)

inundație

the rising of a body of water that covers dry places and causes damage

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earthquake

earthquake

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epidemic
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(epidemic)

(epidemic)

epidemie

the rapid spread of an infectious disease within a specific population, community, or region, affecting a significant number of individuals at the same time

What is an "epidemic"?

An epidemic is an outbreak of a disease that spreads quickly and affects a large number of people within a community, region, or population at the same time, in contrast to a pandemic, which is a global outbreak of a disease. An epidemic often involves illnesses that were previously controlled or uncommon in the area. The spread can happen through person-to-person contact, contaminated food or water, or other methods. Public health measures, such as vaccination, quarantine, and hygiene practices, are typically used to control and prevent further spread of the disease.

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quake
earthquake

earthquake

Noun
pandemic
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(epidemie)

(epidemie)

pandemie

a disease that spreads across a large region or even across the world

What is a "pandemic"?

A pandemic is a global outbreak of a disease that affects a large number of people across multiple countries or continents. Unlike an epidemic, which is limited to a specific area, a pandemic has a much broader geographic impact and can lead to widespread illness and disruption. Examples include the COVID-19 pandemic and the 1918 influenza pandemic. Controlling a pandemic typically involves working together across countries, widespread public health measures, vaccination campaigns, and efforts to reduce the spread of the disease through quarantine and hygiene practices.

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earth
quake
earthquake

earthquake

Noun
famine
famine
substantiv
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(mâncare insuficientă)

(mâncare insuficientă)

foamete

a situation where there is not enough food that causes hunger and death

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earth
quake
earthquake

earthquake

Noun
explosion
explosion
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(detonare)

(detonare)

explozie

a sudden, forceful release of energy due to a chemical or nuclear reaction, causing rapid expansion of gases, loud noise, and often destruction

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earth
quake
earthquake

earthquake

Noun
collision
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n
(ciocnire)

(ciocnire)

coliziune

an accident that occurs when two or more objects, often in motion, come into violent contact with each other, resulting in damage or destruction

What is a "collision"?

A collision is an incident where two or more vehicles crash into each other, causing damage to the cars and possibly injury to the people inside. Collisions can happen for various reasons, such as speeding, distracted driving, or slippery road conditions. The severity of the collision can range from minor damage to more serious accidents that result in major harm. After a collision, police usually respond to the scene to investigate, and insurance companies typically manage the claims related to repairs or medical costs.

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quake
earthquake

earthquake

Noun
disaster
disaster
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(dezastru)

(dezastru)

catastrofă

a sudden and unfortunate event that causes a great amount of death and destruction

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quake
earthquake

earthquake

Noun

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