desert

Example Sentences

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Restaurant terraces sit deserted, while souvenir, watersports and perfume vendors watch for the rare passerby.

From Barron's

He’s always believed she deserted him and his father because she was unwilling to care for a special-needs son.

From The Wall Street Journal

Frontex’s future plans include purchasing drone aircraft and satellite capability in order to patrol what its executive director calls the common pre-frontier—the deserts of Mali and the port cities of Libya and Syria.

From Salon

Dormant seeds have sprouted after recent rainfall and mild winter temperatures, creating a fleeting spectacle of desert color.

From Los Angeles Times

For me, I usually try to come down earlier just to enjoy being in the desert, get used to the conditions, relax a little, do a little fishing, and then be ready for the tournament.

From Los Angeles Times