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coastal

[kohs-tl] / ˈkoʊs tl /
ADJECTIVE
bordering the water
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In most coastal areas in San Diego and Orange counties, the forecast calls for surf of 3 to 6 feet, with larger sets periodically reaching 7 feet.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 27, 2026

“It’s an opportunity for our chefs to share a thoughtful expression of place, often drawing inspiration from Northland’s rich coastal environment and Māori culinary traditions,” says JT Mulry, Culinary Director at Rosewood Kauri Cliffs.

From Salon Jul. 26, 2026

Earlier this month, a deadly fire in the coastal region of Andalusia, popular with foreigners, killed 13 people.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 24, 2026

The strikes targeted "Iranian military targets including maritime capabilities, missile and drone storage facilities, coastal surveillance sites, and air defense assets," it said.

From BBC Jul. 23, 2026

Even their colonization of North New Guinea’s coastal fringe was more linguistic than genetic: all northern coastal peoples remained predominantly New Guineans in their genes.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond




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