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volcanic

[vol-kan-ik] / vɒlˈkæn ɪk /


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On a collection of islands known for their sweeping sandy beaches and rugged volcanic peaks, just four hours from Auckland, Ranasingha has been an involuntary guest.

From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2026

Soon, the highway cuts through miles of gray and white volcanic pumice and ash, creating a lunar-like landscape that manages to confuse the visual senses.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 29, 2026

Turkey's Cappadocia region, a magnet for tourists from around the world, is home to cone-shaped rock formations known as "fairy chimneys", created by ancient volcanic activity.

From Barron's ● Oct. 29, 2026

The Cappadocia region attracts tourists from around the world, who want to see the ancient fairy chimneys - tall, cone-shaped rock formations that are created by volcanic activity.

From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026

It drifted down in gray flakes, like ash after a volcanic eruption.

From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline


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