continental

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"As we modify natural systems, we can expect changes in how sediment is stored in river basins and along coastlines and continental shelves," Professor Kirkland said.

From Science Daily • Mar. 12, 2026

But the Americans involved are spread across an area more than half the size of the continental U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 7, 2026

The Iranian team are preparing to face host nation Australia on the Gold Coast Thursday after losing their opening game of the continental competition 3-0 to South Korea.

From Barron's • Mar. 4, 2026

Their report drew on research done in the Highlands' Great Glen and continental Europe.

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

The first set consists of continental differences in the wild plant and animal species available as starting materials for domestication.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond