basin

Example Sentences

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On Earth, regions shaped by large river systems are some of the richest ecosystems on the planet -- the Amazon River basin alone supports tens of thousands of known species.

From Science Daily

In the Los Angeles area, up to 3 inches of rain are expected in the basin and up to 5 inches in the foothills and mountains.

From Los Angeles Times

That proximity is a draw for both experienced hikers and those who are ill-prepared for the terrain and weather, which can be up to 40 degrees cooler than the basin below.

From Los Angeles Times

Particularly in the Mississippi basin from Chicago to New Orleans, the companies said they could eventually shift two million truckloads a year to rail.

From Barron's

Particularly in the Mississippi basin from Chicago to New Orleans, the companies said they could eventually shift two million truckloads a year to rail.

From Barron's