bone-dry

Example Sentences

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But he’s dipped so often into the well of “trust me, nobody can fix this but me,” that it has gone bone dry.

From Salon • Sep. 26, 2025

But at TAO, the air is bone dry, with little atmosphere to peer through.

From Science Magazine • May 1, 2024

Last week's heatwave in the Canary Islands left many areas bone dry, heightening the risk of wildfires.

From Reuters • Aug. 17, 2023

It comes after the Canary Islands were hit by a heatwave that has left many areas bone dry, increasing the risk of wildfires.

From BBC • Aug. 16, 2023

My heartbeat echoes in my eardrums, and my throat has gone bone dry.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison