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cavern

[kav-ern] / ˈkæv ərn /
NOUN
hollow in land formation
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Located between the Sahara tent and the Do Lab, the Bunker is a gigantic subterranean cavern with room for 300 or so people — a dark and cool respite from the blazing Indio sun.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

He soon grew to love the cavern system, which dates back 350 million years, and by the age of seven he had explored it more than 100 times.

From BBC • Dec. 25, 2024

“Pouring concrete into a cavern, directly into the aquifer, without any concern or care,” D. Christy said.

From Seattle Times • May 30, 2024

Rainer leads the hapless dame into a sparkling cavern, where the queen of the barbarians herself, Conann, is perched on a high tower, clutching a human heart that looks more like a Christmas tree ornament.

From New York Times • Feb. 1, 2024

Bowing with the air of one accustomed to public praise, he stole to the cavern and ordered Hagar to come forth with a commanding, “What ho, minion! I need thee!”

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott




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