rocky

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McCartney and Willis' proposed site is in an area at Roshven on a rocky headland called Commando Rock which historically was used for military training.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

A rocky U.S. market for electric vehicles could mean muted sales growth when Tesla reports its delivery figures.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

M dwarf stars are smaller, cooler, and dimmer than our Sun, yet most of them host at least one rocky planet about the size of Earth.

From Science Daily • Mar. 27, 2026

“When I run on trails, I’m always looking at the ground because the trails are rocky and you can fall easily,” Hardesty said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

The fourth seed, a river reed, ascended and pressed against the rocky ceiling of the Third World.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young