loamy

as in sandy
consisting or suggestive of earth that loamy section of the backyard is perfect for growing a garden

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sandy
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  • In the long-term, seawalls can actually make erosion worse, especially along sandy beaches, where waves crashing against one side of the seawall can scour out sand on the other side.
    Molly Duerig, Miami Herald, 28 June 2025
  • Nestled in nine hectares of lush, landscaped gardens overlooking a long, sandy beach and the shimmering South China Sea, The Westin Resort & Spa Cam Ranh is a haven of tranquility and wellbeing.
    Dominique Fluker, Essence, 28 June 2025
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“Loamy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/loamy. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.

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