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force of nature
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A mighty natural force which is beyond human control, notably if potentially catastrophic, such as the elements (e.g. storms and extreme temperatures) or geological (e.g. seismic and volcanic) activity.
Other meanings
2. noun
A thing or person that exhibits qualities which appear to be beyond outside control and which have consequential effects.
3. noun
A fundamental force.
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