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western

[wes-tern] / ˈwɛs tərn /
ADJECTIVE
situated or toward the west
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Scientists have identified a new species of lizard living in the high mountain forests of western Thailand.

From Science Daily Aug. 24, 2026

While it is hard to predict exact amounts of rainfall, western areas will see the most.

From BBC Aug. 22, 2026

But the governor's office said the fire was now fully contained on its western side, with operations continuing to the east to finish the job.

From Barron's Aug. 20, 2026

Liberia is a small country tucked between Sierra Leone and Ivory Coast on Africa’s western edge.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 20, 2026

It is almost directly south of Incheon and on the western shore.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh




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