dust

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What is going through your mind at the end of a race when you know that you’re going to leave your rivals in the dust?

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

"It's going to take a few days for the dust to settle" in this new version of the race, he said.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

This year, weather agencies have warned of wind and dust in the area, with strong winds forcing the festival to cancel a set by DJ Anyma after Carpenter's performance.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

There’s also an air quality alert for the windblown dust through 5 a.m.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026

Then the bison all turned and regarded the four-wheel-drive road leading to a dust storm in the distance.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith