maelstrom (noun)

1. The movie portrayed the protagonist getting caught in a maelstrom, being pulled deeper into the powerful circular current of water.

2. The centerpiece of the hotel's lobby was a breathtaking water feature, designed to emulate a maelstrom, with swirling water and a mesmerizing whirlpool effect.

3. The author skillfully described the chaos of the storm, comparing it to a maelstrom that threatened to engulf the protagonist's boat.

4. One of the most famous historical maritime disasters was the sinking of the Titanic, which faced a maelstrom caused by conflicting tides after hitting an iceberg.