dry spell

Example Sentences

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Florida is in the midst of its worst drought in 25 years, but the dry spell actually ranked far down on the list of challenges these bedraggled growers were facing.

From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026

This warm and dry spell was driven by a combination of factors.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Cooler conditions are likely to settle in early this week, with another warm and dry spell expected Wednesday.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 8, 2026

The weather service said conditions are likely to cool early next week but forecast a “temperature whiplash” with another warm and dry spell expected to start on Wednesday.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 7, 2026

In a Connecticut summer two weeks without rain is a dry spell and four a drought.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck