Siberia
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Russian Sibir. an extensive region in the Russian Federation in N Asia, extending from the Ural Mountains to the Pacific.
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any undesirable or isolated locale, job, etc., to which one is assigned as punishment, a mark of disfavor, or the like.
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As a consequence of Siberia's harsh conditions and its historical function as a place of punishment, to be “sent to Siberia” has become a metaphor for demotion, disgrace, or other forms of status diminution.
Known for its vast space, long and severely cold winters, and few inhabitants widely scattered in small settlements, Siberia has been for many centuries a place of political and criminal exile for Russians who anger the government's authorities.
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The path of the total eclipse began at the northern tip of Siberia in Russia, far away from crowds and telescopes.
From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2026
The first Power of Siberia pipeline was negotiated for 15 years before Moscow and Beijing finally agreed to terms in May 2014.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
Russia’s Energy Ministry has acknowledged that strikes on fuel and energy infrastructure have contributed to supply problems as far east as Siberia and in occupied Crimea.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 7, 2026
An international team of scientists examined ancient DNA from human remains recovered at four hunter-gatherer cemeteries near Lake Baikal in East Siberia.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 18, 2026
I looked at the map of Siberia, shocked by its enormity.
From "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys
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