by storm
phrase
: by or as if by employing a bold swift frontal movement especially with the intent of defeating or winning over quickly
took the literary world by storm
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Simple, effective, and inexpensive—all of which help to explain why Irish Spring soap has been taking CleanTok and other social media channels by storm.
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Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
1 July 2026
That bet looks even safer now as Les Bleus have taken this competition by storm.
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Ben Church,
CNN Money,
30 June 2026
Anua has been taking the skin care industry by storm and has hooked shoppers and celebrities alike with its effective, affordable products.
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Olivia Dubyak,
InStyle,
30 June 2026
Naturally, the competition took the internet by storm, with fans discussing the unorthodox language while praising the artists and their renditions.
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Marina Watts,
Entertainment Weekly,
30 June 2026
Mesh footwear has taken the summer-shoe scene by storm, offering more relaxed, airy construction and textural details that feel equally stylish for summer and comfortable on your feet.
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Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
26 June 2026
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Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
1 July 2026
That bet looks even safer now as Les Bleus have taken this competition by storm.
—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
30 June 2026
Anua has been taking the skin care industry by storm and has hooked shoppers and celebrities alike with its effective, affordable products.
—
Olivia Dubyak,
InStyle,
30 June 2026
Naturally, the competition took the internet by storm, with fans discussing the unorthodox language while praising the artists and their renditions.
—
Marina Watts,
Entertainment Weekly,
30 June 2026
Mesh footwear has taken the summer-shoe scene by storm, offering more relaxed, airy construction and textural details that feel equally stylish for summer and comfortable on your feet.
—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
26 June 2026
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“By storm.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/by%20storm. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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