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barren

[bar-uhn] / ˈbær ən /




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His universally acclaimed “Summer of Soul” dropped in June 2021, offering deep refreshment to thirsty concertgoers marooned in a barren season for live music.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

The sand whipped across a barren landscape as armoured vehicles sped along.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

Next weekend this place is gonna be barren.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026

Outwardly a barren desert island, Larak has housed a Russian-made satellite communications-jamming system guarded by Iranian naval infantry and fast-attack vessels with antiship missiles, according to Israel-based Alma Research and Education Center.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

I blink, Cabo fading away as the barren trees outside my window swing into view.

From "Five Feet Apart" by Rachael Lippincott




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