erosion

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

For example, maintaining green spaces as wildlife habitat can buffer infrastructure from severe weather, erosion or flooding.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

They create habitat for hundreds of plant and animal species and help protect coastlines from erosion.

From Science Daily • Apr. 6, 2026

Centuries ago, they emerged on seaside courses as natural pits and hollows caused by erosion and by animals sheltering from the wind.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

Against the actual cost of living, it is a slow erosion.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

The adults were deep in conversation about erosion on the north part of the island.

From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn