wetland
noun
wet·land
ˈwet-ˌland 
-lənd
: land or areas (such as marshes or swamps) that are covered often intermittently with shallow water or have soil saturated with moisture
—usually used in plural
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the conservation board has not always been rigorous in protecting the wetlands from development
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After the water leaves the wetlands, it’s directed into the reservoir, then sent to TRWD’s municipal customers for final treatment.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Nov. 2025
The South is filled with natural wonders, from dramatic gorges and massive cave systems to beautiful wetlands and pristine beaches.
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Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2025
After the water leaves the wetlands, it’s directed into the reservoir, then sent to TRWD’s municipal customers for final treatment.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Nov. 2025
The South is filled with natural wonders, from dramatic gorges and massive cave systems to beautiful wetlands and pristine beaches.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 2 Nov. 2025
This presents an untapped opportunity for African nations to monetize their mature forests and pristine wetlands, which are particularly prized for carbon capture.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 30 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for wetland
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“Wetland.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wetland. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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wetland
noun
wet·land
ˈwet-ˌland
: land or areas (as marshes or swamps) having much soil moisture
—usually used in plural
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