close to the ground

Example Sentences

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As the sun heats the air close to the ground, that instability will allow the air to rise rapidly, forming the big cumulonimbus clouds that produce thunderstorms.

From BBC • Jul. 4, 2026

Many bat species fly close to the ground or trees and will avoid crossing a road.

From Slate • Apr. 28, 2026

Many species are no wider than an eyelash and typically grow close to the ground in damp, shaded environments.

From Science Daily • Jan. 1, 2026

Acrid smog blankets the skyline each winter, when cooler air traps pollutants close to the ground, creating a deadly mix of emissions from crop burning, factories and heavy traffic.

From Barron's • Nov. 9, 2025

If I was going to faint, it was better to stay close to the ground.

From "The Darkest Minds" by Alexandra Bracken