perfect storm
noun
: a critical or disastrous situation created by a powerful concurrence of factors
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Mendoza’s elevations clock in at around 3,280 feet and intense sunlight from the semi-arid climate paired with strong winds from the Andes make for a perfect storm providing optimal wine growing conditions.
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Alissa Fitzgerald, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
This instance has created a perfect storm for long-term health problems.
—Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
Starting in early 2020, a perfect storm of events – none within Shelia’s control – created significant challenges in their lives.
—John Johnston, The Enquirer, 13 Dec. 2024
Jens Schlueter | Afp | Getty Images A perfect storm of challenges for the European automobile industry shows no sign of letting up, analysts say.
—Sam Meredith, CNBC, 11 Dec. 2024
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Alissa Fitzgerald, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
This instance has created a perfect storm for long-term health problems.
—Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
Starting in early 2020, a perfect storm of events – none within Shelia’s control – created significant challenges in their lives.
—John Johnston, The Enquirer, 13 Dec. 2024
Jens Schlueter | Afp | Getty Images A perfect storm of challenges for the European automobile industry shows no sign of letting up, analysts say.
—Sam Meredith, CNBC, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Perfect storm.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/perfect%20storm. Accessed 2 Jan. 2025.
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