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a type of soil that is good for growing plants
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Recent Examples of loams
Loamy and sandy loams are the ideal soil type.
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 31 May 2026
The region's soils consist of limestone, clay, and iron-rich loams.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2025
Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 31 May 2026
The region's soils consist of limestone, clay, and iron-rich loams.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for loams
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Practice cattle-handling skills, ride one of 70 horses and take aim on the sporting clays course.—
Jennifer Kester,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
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The linen fabric has been dyed through the label’s proprietary Tinto Terra technique, which utilizes natural clays to produce earthy, complex colors with reduced environmental impact.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
25 May 2026
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According to the authors, their results suggest that clods of earth can indeed catalyze these reactions without the presence of life.—
Siddhant Pusdekar,
Quanta Magazine,
1 June 2026
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After loosening the soil, gently lift the clump out of the ground and remove any soil clods.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Apr. 2026
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Wide sands and elevated viewpoints above the cliffs provide excellent sightlines for a low eclipse.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
7 June 2026
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Take a water taxi from Sesimbra to Praia do Ribeira do Cavalo for a day on scenic, less-crowded sands in Arrábida Natural Park.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
7 June 2026
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“Loams.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/loams. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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