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Rock that is ground more finely than gravel, but is not as fine as silt
“Even in a gentle movement of water, grains of sand roll and lift and settle again, gradually building up the familiar patterns of sand ripples.”
An area that is filled or covered with sand next to a sea or body of water
“The magnificent beach consisted of approximately two miles of golden sand stretching out along a sandy peninsula.”
An inland area that is filled or covered with sand
“Miles of dry sand separated the two villages.”
The characteristic or fact of being courageous or adventurous
A brownish-yellow color
Abundant mineral compound consisting of silicon dioxide
The soil in which plants grow
Fine, dry powder consisting of tiny particles of earth or waste matter
A powdery substance made by calcining lime and clay, used to form mortar or concrete
Covered with, or having the texture of, sand
“Even in a gentle movement of water, grains of sand roll and lift and settle again, gradually building up the familiar patterns of sand ripples.”
Living or growing in the sand
“The sand lizard deserves its place in the sun here, but has suffered more than most from loss of heathland.”
Having a pale or gray color
Of a color as of dark wood or rich soil
Made of earth or mud
To smooth by rubbing or applying friction
“It is best to sand the surface to a rough finish to achieve the desired look.”
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