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surface

[sur-fis] / ˈsɜr fɪs /






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Back then, the surface of Mars was thought to have been dotted with huge lakes and rivers full of liquid water, a key ingredient for life as we know it.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

A Denbighshire council spokesperson said the first phase of works was finished recently where "improvements to the existing steps" were made at Cynwyd and a new tarmac surface was laid.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

"When groundwater is over-pumped or sediments fail to reach the coast, the land surface drops," said Werth, who co-led the groundwater analysis.

From Science Daily • Apr. 20, 2026

“Moreover, disruptions to oil, gasoline, and jet fuel deliveries are likely to surface over the coming weeks, potentially extending to unpleasant outcomes like flight cancellations.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 20, 2026

Then I shake out my arms and legs before I dive off, slicing through the water’s surface with my fingertips.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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