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barren

[bar-uhn] / ˈbær ən /




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The fires eviscerated many of the plants and trees in and around the burn zones, leaving behind barren lots and charred swaths of parkland.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 26, 2026

The lush green grass is entirely gone, replaced by a dusty, barren expanse of dirt.

From Salon Jun. 15, 2026

In the communities nearby - bare homes scattered over barren, brown hills, set against the snowy peaks of the Siah Koh mountain range - the devastating impact of unemployment is clear.

From BBC May 18, 2026

Reaching the store requires a 50-mile trek from Phoenix through barren land dotted by cactuses and the occasional sign warning of blowing dust.

From The Wall Street Journal May 18, 2026

Was she giddy with joy to finally bid the barren fields of Plinkst good-bye?

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood




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