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western

[wes-tern] / ˈwɛs tərn /
ADJECTIVE
situated or toward the west
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The blaze was 5% contained Monday evening, with containment lines focused on the western edge of the fire nearest to PCH, he said.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 11, 2026

"July 2026 was the third consecutive month of exceptional heat in western Europe," said Samantha Burgess, strategic lead for climate at the European Center for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts.

From BBC Aug. 10, 2026

Hot and windy conditions meanwhile brought elevated wildfire conditions, with much of the western United States already experiencing abnormally dry to drought conditions across multiple years.

From Barron's Aug. 10, 2026

Cloud cover is uncommon, light pollution is low, and the site has an especially clear view toward the western horizon.

From Science Daily Aug. 10, 2026

“Do you know how many boys died on the western front?”

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse




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