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landslide

[land-slahyd] / ˈlændˌslaɪd /
NOUN
landslip
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The influx of nutrients from the landslide may have supported these communities, while the release of toxic sulfur compounds could have discouraged other marine life from disturbing them.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

Shah had remained silent publicly since his RSP party won the election in a landslide, winning a commanding majority of 182 in the 275-seat House of Representatives.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

The outcome was one few anticipated, with Gray Davis romping to victory in the Democratic primary, then winning the governorship in a landslide.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

Despite its landslide win, Balen and other RSP leaders will have to confront the realities of keeping their own MPs focused on the same goals in parliament.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

Most of the water collapsed back, but a new bottom, formed from the dirt and rock of the landslide, had already been laid down by the time the water refilled the lake.

From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone