drainage basin
Example Sentences
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On Earth, that size marks the lower limit of what scientists define as a large drainage basin.
From Science Daily • Dec. 31, 2025
While many hazards have been fixed, there are still cracked or overgrown pathways, a flooded drainage basin, and metal pipes or electrical wires protruding into the recently completed children’s play area.
From BBC • Aug. 27, 2024
Negotiators have an opportunity to hammer out an agreement reflecting today’s values and priorities, equipping the drainage basin — which is the size of France — to meet diverse challenges.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 9, 2023
Several homes were evacuated in the community of Orcutt as the drainage basin and roadway were damaged by the rain.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 10, 2023
To possess one-half the drainage basin of the valley would have led to constant conflict with the owners of the other half.
From The United States of America, Part 1 by Sparks, Edwin Erle
