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sand

[sand] / sænd /








NOUN
silt
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To build the new material, researchers combined rice-based granular units with materials such as sand, which become stronger when subjected to rapid loading.

From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026

Dreams of sun-soaked beaches, warm sand and sea air have been dashed, or least marred, by the wallet-busting reality of life in 2026.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

The popular San Fernando Valley aquatic center spans 40 acres that include a massive 1.5-acre pool lined with sand like a beach.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

And when he was in the sand and he was having a hard time lifting his feet through the sand, because you know sand is heavy.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

But there was white sand beneath my feet, green all around me, and large trees that gave generous shade.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo




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