drought
noun
a period of dry weather, especially a long one that is injurious to crops.
droughts
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pluralof drought.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Chemicals giant BASF, for instance, has invested in shallow-bottomed barges that are better equipped to navigate during droughts.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 3, 2026
"But overall, as beavers expand in our landscapes, and also as we do other nature-based solutions or wetland creation schemes... it does mean that we are less prone to droughts."
From BBC ● Aug. 2, 2026
The US federal government on Friday unveiled its plan for future management of the beleaguered Colorado River, with significant water reductions ahead for several western states in response to record-breaking droughts worsened by climate change.
From Barron's ● Jul. 31, 2026
This can lead to more severe and longer-lasting droughts, which have had noticeable effects on wildlife and farming.
From BBC ● Jul. 29, 2026
Unpredictable severe droughts last for years, punctuated by equally unpredictable torrential rains and floods.
From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond
