act of God
US /ˌækt əv ˈɡɑːd/
UK /ˌækt əv ˈɡɑːd/
1.
天灾, 不可抗力
an instance of uncontrollable natural forces in operation (often used in insurance contracts)
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The damage to the house was caused by an act of God, so the insurance company covered it.
房屋的损坏是由天灾造成的，所以保险公司承担了赔偿。
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The contract includes a clause for an act of God, excusing performance in such events.
合同中包含一项天灾条款，在此类事件中免除履行义务。