sandier; sandiest
1
a
: consisting of or containing sand : full of sand
b
: sprinkled with sand
2
: of the color sand
sandiness
noun
Examples of sandy in a Sentence
The soil in my garden is very sandy.
the child with sandy hair really stood out among the brunettes
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One of the busiest ports in South Asia, this lively city is best known for long sandy beaches, turquoise waters, rich culture, and vibrant architecture.
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Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2024
Florida's 825-miles of sandy beaches have been devoured by hurricanes year after year.
—Kiara Alfonseca, ABC News, 8 Oct. 2024
Now, the tourist-friendly area known for its sandy white beaches has grown by leaps and bound, with an economy estimated to be worth nearly $200 billion.
—Terry Spencer, The Christian Science Monitor, 8 Oct. 2024
Visitors can laze on its sandy beaches, a rarity on the rocky Costa Brava shoreline, or explore its secret coves, which is best done by Llaüt, a traditional fishing boat, or on foot along the Cami de Ronda, a gorgeous coastal trail.
—Kelley Manley, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2024
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Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2024
Florida's 825-miles of sandy beaches have been devoured by hurricanes year after year.
—Kiara Alfonseca, ABC News, 8 Oct. 2024
Now, the tourist-friendly area known for its sandy white beaches has grown by leaps and bound, with an economy estimated to be worth nearly $200 billion.
—Terry Spencer, The Christian Science Monitor, 8 Oct. 2024
Visitors can laze on its sandy beaches, a rarity on the rocky Costa Brava shoreline, or explore its secret coves, which is best done by Llaüt, a traditional fishing boat, or on foot along the Cami de Ronda, a gorgeous coastal trail.
—Kelley Manley, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2024
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sandy
adjective
sandier; sandiest
1
: consisting of, containing, or sprinkled with sand
2
: of a yellowish gray color
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