soil
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Overall, the study found that nitrogen deposition increases global soil respiration by roughly 5%.
From Science Daily • Jun. 2, 2026
Demonstrators voiced anger at the United States using Kenyan soil and bringing Ebola patients into the country.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
I remarked that perhaps the regulations were in place because adding a story might block his neighbors’ view; or maybe the construction might harm the soil, which might affect the lake’s water quality.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026
"If it is too dangerous for America, it is too dangerous for Kenya," the union stated, referencing what it claimed was Washington's refusal to allow Ebola cases on to US soil.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
I put my hands on the cold soil and close my eyes.
From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer
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Vocabulary lists containing soil
Physical Geography - Introductory
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Physical Geography - Middle School
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