soil

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This includes rivers and lakes, snow and ice, moisture in the soil, and groundwater below the surface.

From Science Daily

But military officials and diplomats say the U.S. has built the world’s most formidable assembly of overseas military bases without owning foreign soil.

From The Wall Street Journal

Army Corps of Engineers oversaw the removal of ash, debris and a layer of soil.

From Los Angeles Times

Swampy groundwater, asbestos and soil contamination at the site have caused delays and overruns, according to the Fed.

From The Wall Street Journal

But the recent rains do mean that soils remain wet, which can leave trees more vulnerable to high winds.

From Los Angeles Times