as in bone-dry
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Recent Examples of hyperarid
Mean annual precipitation in its hyperarid core is 0.004 inches.
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Maggie Shipstead Anthony Cotsifas, New York Times, 10 May 2023
Maggie Shipstead Anthony Cotsifas, New York Times, 10 May 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hyperarid
Adjective
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Bacchus, bone-dry, slumps in the center of a stagnant green pool clutching fistfuls of limp grapes; none of the fountains is turned on.—
Caity Weaver,
The Atlantic,
5 June 2025
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The resulting wines range from bone-dry and structured to fruity, floral, and slightly sweet.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
Adjective
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Since pure silk can sometimes weaken from abrasive wash and dry cycles, it's typically recommended to hand wash and air-dry.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
31 May 2025
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Let air-dry or diffuse for volume After shampooing, towel-dry hair.—
Ariana Yaptangco,
Glamour,
27 May 2025
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“Hyperarid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hyperarid. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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