the natural world

noun

: all of the animals, plants, and other things existing in nature and not made or caused by people

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Indigenous knowledge is at the heart of every decision made by the alliance, grounded in the Māori concept of kaitiakitanga, or guardianship of the natural world as an intergenerational and universal responsibility. Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Sep. 2026 For me, with my deep passion for the natural world and for animals, this idea of harmony is a great source of inspiration. Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 21 Sep. 2026 Her mystical encounters with the divine through the natural world are reminiscent of poets like Gerard Manley Hopkins, Wendell Berry and Mary Oliver. Amy Cannon, The Conversation, 18 Sep. 2026 Its graceful design is meant to celebrate the intricate beauty of the natural world. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 18 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for the natural world

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“The natural world.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20natural%20world. Accessed 23 Sep. 2026.

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