force of nature

English

force of nature (plural forces of nature)

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.
(figuratively) A thing or person that exhibits qualities which appear to be beyond outside control.
- 2009 December 1, Kristina Cook, Force of Nature, Harlequin, →ISBN, page 36:
  "She might be a little thing, but she's a force of nature." "I believe it," Damon said with a nod. "You should have heard her put me in my place the other day." He reached up to readjust his tie. “Not that I didn't deserve it."
- 2020 May 5, Christine Feehan, Shadow Flight, Berkley, →ISBN, page 102:
  Again, she will never be a rider; however, she's a force of nature and a powerhouse.
(particle physics) A fundamental force.

a mighty natural force which is beyond human control

a thing or person that exhibits qualities which appear to be beyond outside control

(particle physics) a fundamental force