arid region
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Like most of its neighbours in this arid region, the small Gulf monarchy depends heavily on imports, especially for its food supply.
From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026
The Middle East’s abundant desalination plants, which remove salt from the Gulf’s seawater, are the key source of drinking water for millions of residents in the arid region.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026
The call between the two took place after Lopez Obrador had on Friday stirred fears that he could block the investment in Monterrey if water was scarce in the arid region.
From Reuters • Feb. 28, 2023
The arid region normally has low rainfall, but any rain in this mountainous area can cause flash floods.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 21, 2022
When water can be obtained and distributed over an arid region by irrigation, the surface as a rule becomes extremely productive.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 8, Slice 2 "Demijohn" to "Destructor" by Various
