tropical

Example Sentences

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“In summary, as part of heart-healthy dietary patterns, nontropical plant sources of fat should be used as part of food preparation in place of animal fats and tropical oils.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

"It fuels tropical and subtropical storms and exacerbates ongoing sea-ice loss in the polar regions."

From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026

The study revealed that wildfire activity in tropical peatlands actually decreased for over 1,000 years.

From Science Daily • Mar. 19, 2026

With no electricity, Cubans can’t use air conditioning, fans or electrical stoves on the tropical island.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

Maria sought out wealthy collectors such as Agneta Block, a skilled breeder of rare and tropical plants, who invited Maria to visit her estate.

From "The Girl Who Drew Butterflies: How Maria Merian's Art Changed Science" by Joyce Sidman