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As well as damage to natural habitats and animal life, Thomas warned loss of soil could increase flood risks, because it no longer acts as a "sponge" holding water on high ground.

From BBC ● Aug. 6, 2026

When a water-absorbing material, or "sorbent," sits on top of the device, it sends out ultrasound waves tuned to break the bonds holding water molecules in place.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 20, 2025

Plans call for two large dams about 300 feet high and nine smaller dams covering about 14,0000 acres and holding water diverted from the Sacramento River.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 5, 2024

Lakes holding water from melted glaciers can overfill after heavy rain and burst, sending torrents rushing down mountain valleys.

From Reuters ● Oct. 5, 2023

They were standing by an empty rickshaw, wearing T-shirts, Kimberly with her golden hair tied back, her tall and lean husband, her small blond son and older red-haired daughter, all holding water bottles and smiling.

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie




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