barren

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In both cases, they create warm, nutrient-rich pockets in the otherwise cold and barren deep ocean.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 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

Also barren for many years, she eventually receives a message directly from God that she will have twin sons and that her youngest son will one day rule.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026

We are also in a barren time for royal celebrations that bring together communities nationwide.

From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026

I blushed, thinking of all the pots that had remained barren and the fruitless work I'd done at the community garden.

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda