dam
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Riddle asked the Bureau of Reclamation to revise the plan so the water that’s released from the dam stays cold enough for salmon.
From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026
The researchers also examined how river flow patterns and dam impoundment affect oxygen decline.
From Science Daily • May 17, 2026
McInnes tried to be measured but the dam burst a little when he spoke about the decisions he feels are going against his club.
From BBC • May 14, 2026
In Kedah's Muda Agricultural Development Authority areas, the main dam reservoir for the region is at just eight percent, according to local reports.
From Barron's • May 8, 2026
The gate on the other side of the dam is open, so Henry doesn’t have to do a repeat performance as we descend the accessway.
From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman
Vocabulary lists containing dam
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