1
as in boring
causing weariness, restlessness, or lack of interest
an arid speech about duty and responsibility
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as in dry
marked by little or no precipitation or humidity
arid wastelands unfit for human habitation
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Recent Examples of arid
Plants adapted to semi-arid climates, where temperatures can fluctuate widely, will do well with minimal human intervention.
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Elise Schmelzer, Denver Post, 21 Apr. 2026
Researchers found Cryptodrassus michaeli in the Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park in Almería, a semi-arid region in southeast Spain.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 15 Apr. 2026
The eye sinuses likely originally evolved for thermoregulation in hot, arid environments.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 13 Apr. 2026
Scientists caution that weakening these protections could jeopardize water security in arid regions and deplete the reserves that sustain river flows.
—Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
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Elise Schmelzer, Denver Post, 21 Apr. 2026
Researchers found Cryptodrassus michaeli in the Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park in Almería, a semi-arid region in southeast Spain.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 15 Apr. 2026
The eye sinuses likely originally evolved for thermoregulation in hot, arid environments.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 13 Apr. 2026
Scientists caution that weakening these protections could jeopardize water security in arid regions and deplete the reserves that sustain river flows.
—Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for arid
Adjective
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An exhausting, preachy, frankly, boring and outdated version of his former self.—
Zach Dean OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
8 May 2026
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Let’s be honest here, and no disrespect to venerable family board games, but Monopoly is kind of boring.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
8 May 2026
Adjective
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Pratt took aim at Bass over the lack of water available during the inferno, with fire hydrants running dry.—
David Zahniser,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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Materials like micro-modal or bamboo blends combine softness with the ability to pull moisture away from the skin, helping keep it drier throughout the day.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
6 May 2026
Adjective
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Traveling with a heavy bag can make any journey feel longer and more tiring.—
Destinee Scott,
Travel + Leisure,
7 May 2026
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Flimsy nozzles crack and leak, and heavy-duty nozzles get tiring to hold when your garden calls for more watering time than your hands can handle.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
10 Apr. 2026
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Keep Them Hydrated Hydrangeas are thirsty, thirsty plants.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
6 May 2026
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In addition to cleaning up the Colorado National Speedway faster after crashes this season, the new owners are trying to get an average of 5,000 hungry and thirsty fans back in their seats faster.—
Denver Post,
Denver Post,
2 May 2026
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Two people were killed and two others injured when two vehicles collided head-on Friday evening along a dusty, deserted stretch of road in the Antelope Valley, authorities said.—
Andrew Khouri,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
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From rich red ‘Valentine’ to nearly orange ‘Sungold’ and the dusty plum of ‘Purple Bumble Bee,’ cherry tomatoes add instant color to a plate.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 May 2026
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But so far, progress has been slow — if not nonexistent.—
Audrey Pachuta,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
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Russia’s bigger and better-equipped army has been engaged in a slow, hard slog in Ukraine.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 May 2026
Adjective
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The terrain is mountainous, a mix of desert and semi-desert plains.—
Ope Adetayo,
Los Angeles Times,
3 May 2026
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Spring training shifts into high gear this week with the Cubs and White Sox meeting on Friday in a cross-desert classic to start Cactus League play.—
Matt Zahn,
CBS News,
16 Feb. 2026
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Nevertheless, fashion is still top of mind for inflation-weary customers.—
Roy Stephen Canivel,
Footwear News,
4 May 2026
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Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
3 May 2026
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“Arid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arid. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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