dry spell
Americannoun
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a prolonged period of dry weather.
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a period of little or no productivity or activity, low income, etc.
Etymology
Origin of dry spell
First recorded in 1885–90
Example Sentences
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Apart from tackling the ongoing haze, this exercise was aimed at boosting declining water levels at several hydropower dams ahead of a severe dry spell forecast for October.
From BBC ● Sep. 23, 2026
After an extended dry spell, Scottie Scheffler reminded everyone why he’s the game’s top player by winning two of three playoff events, capped by the Tour Championship.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026
The “Whisper Man” actor on being a social outcast, hitting a dry spell after “The Aviator” and turning his dream of performing into a reality.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 26, 2026
This will be especially problematic where the ground is hard after the prolonged dry spell, making it difficult for the water to soak in.
From BBC ● Aug. 25, 2026
They knew they could survive because the Dinka have weathered many a dry spell.
From "Lost Boy, Lost Girl" by John Bul Dau
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