arid
Example Sentences
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Deep fear has long pervaded the arid savannah plains and highlands of north-western Nigeria - even before the US air strikes on the Islamist militants who have made this area their base on Christmas night.
From BBC
Iran, a largely arid country, has for years suffered chronic dry spells and heat waves, which are expected to worsen with climate change.
From Barron's
He has turned the tiny, arid former French colony of around one million people into a reliable international military and maritime hub for both the United States and China.
From Barron's
Like Iran, Israel had an arid climate and a fast-growing population.
Iran, a largely arid country, has for years suffered chronic dry spells and heat waves expected to worsen with climate change.
From Barron's
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