vortex

/ˈvɔːrtɛks/
noun
  1. A mass of spinning air, liquid, or other substance, especially one that pulls things toward its center.
    • A vortex formed in the bathtub as the water drained out.
    • Scientists studied the vortex created by the airplane's wing.
    • The tornado's vortex destroyed everything in its path.
  2. A situation or place that draws people in and is difficult to escape from.
    • The city was a vortex of activity and excitement.
    • She felt pulled into a vortex of negative thoughts.
    • He got caught in a vortex of debt after losing his job.
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