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Diamantina

American  
[dahy-uh-muhn-tee-nuh] / ˌdaɪ ə mənˈti nə /

noun

  1. an intermittent river in E Australia, flowing S to Lake Eyre. 560 miles (900 km) long.


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Deep below the verdant Chapada Diamantina region of Bahia, lie iron ore reserves, kilometres wide, which is the key ingredient needed to make steel.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2024

State authorities said they have mobilized over 150 military firefighters to put out fires in different areas across the state, as well as in Chapada Diamantina, a national park known for its panoramic views.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 21, 2023

The winner will take on Republican Diamantina Storment of Chama in the heavily Democratic district.

From Washington Times • May 29, 2020

When the tolls were abolished with the federation of six self-governing colonies that united under the Commonwealth of Australia in 1901, the town, which sits on the Diamantina River, fell into decline.

From New York Times • Aug. 1, 2016

Mr. Eglinton, P.M., and Mr. Shaw, manager of Diamantina Lakes Station, were also guests, and we were glad to retire to this retreat after the uproarious happenings incidental to western towns during race time.

From Reminiscences of Queensland 1862-1869 by Corfield, W. H. (William Henry)