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rainy

[rey-nee] / ˈreɪ ni /
ADJECTIVE
moist
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK


ADJECTIVE
precipitating
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONGEST


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The cave preserved multiple fossil layers separated by carbonate deposits that formed during ancient rainy periods.

From Science Daily • Jul. 5, 2026

The rainy season usually reaches the southern state of Kerala around 1 June before moving northwards across the country.

From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026

Kyle Scheele, a 40-year-old from Springfield, Mo., came to the U.K. with his wife for a five-day hike through the Cotswolds, prepared for rainy days in the 60s and 70s.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026

California voters have also capped the amount of money lawmakers can set aside in the rainy day fund to 10% of general fund proceeds in a given year.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 23, 2026

The road deteriorated into a path scarred by deep ruts from the rainy season.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer




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