whirlwind

US /ˈwɝːl.wɪnd/
UK /ˈwɝːl.wɪnd/
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1.

a column of air moving rapidly round and round in a cylindrical or conical form and advancing at the same time

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A small whirlwind swept across the field, kicking up dust.
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The children watched the leaves dance in the tiny whirlwind.
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cyclonetornadovortexdust devilwaterspout
2.

a situation or series of events that happens very quickly and is very confusing or exciting

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The past week has been a complete whirlwind of activity.
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Their romance was a whirlwind, leading to marriage within months.
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rushfrenzyblurmaelstromtumult