moor
Example Sentences
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The howl and whine of the opening few bars of “Chains of Love” conjure images of the ghostly moors, before transforming into a catchy midtempo pop number.
Cornwall's cliffs, moors and sea views have sparked some of Britain's most iconic literature.
From BBC
Cathy befriends young Heathcliff after her rich, alcoholic father brings him to live and work as a servant on their estate perched atop the windy English moors.
From Salon
The fire occurred not far from where two oil tankers were moored.
From Barron's
Talk about wild and windy moors, temper and jealousy!
From Los Angeles Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
