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barren

[bar-uhn] / ˈbær ən /




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In recent days, AFP journalists have seen roe deer and fawns looking disorientated in the middle of scorched and barren woodland.

From Barron's Jul. 30, 2026

They're all celebrating after their Irish county Mayo overcame a 75-year-old 'curse' and finally broke its barren run in one of Ireland's biggest sporting occasions.

From BBC Jul. 27, 2026

But it remains that England could have done little more over the past two weeks as they bid to end their barren run at the top of the game.

From BBC Jun. 27, 2026

The fires eviscerated many of the plants and trees in and around the burn zones, leaving behind barren lots and charred swaths of parkland.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 26, 2026

She stared at the barren stone floor and let out a soft screechy noise.

From "A Place to Belong" by Cynthia Kadohata




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