Miami Hurricanes
Definition
The athletic teams that represent the University of Miami in Coral Gables, Florida, particularly renowned for their powerhouse American football program, which has won multiple national championships.
A nickname evoking the fierce tropical storms of South Florida, symbolizing the team's aggressive playing style and regional pride.
Examples
The Miami Hurricanes turned the game into a total blowout, leaving opponents scrambling like palm trees in a gale.
Drafting a Miami Hurricanes rookie was my fantasy league's version of chasing the eye of the storm—pure adrenaline.
Fans at the Miami Hurricanes tailgate were partying so hard, it felt like the calm before an epic touchdown hurricane.
When the Miami Hurricanes score, the stadium erupts like a category 5 celebration without the cleanup.