chalk
Example Sentences
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Extensive monitoring of the chalk stream has taken place for more than a decade, since the first reintroduction of water voles to the river in 2013.
From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026
At 1-1, Roberto Carlos' seemingly harmless cross was lofted high into the Hampden Park sky, destined to drop where D and penalty box chalk collides.
From BBC • May 28, 2026
But the Trust says that coupled with heavier winter rains, the frequent dry spells in summer, mean the grass grows back more slowly and can leave the chalk edges more exposed and vulnerable to erosion.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
Luke Dawson, a National Trust ranger who helps look after the site, says heavier winter rains are washing chalk from the slope more quickly, while mild, damp conditions give algae more chance to grow.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
What we did was terrible, but still I don’t think any of us were bad, exactly; chalk it up to weakness on my part, hubris on Henry’s, too much Greek prose composition—whatever you like.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
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