streambed
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of streambed
Example Sentences
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That's because inflows of acidic, metal-rich abandoned mine drainage create an iron-rich mineral barrier -- notable for its rust color -- that blocks the entry of stream water into the streambed, where the filtration occurs.
From Science Daily ● Feb. 23, 2024
She questioned the homes’ construction, given their location near a streambed and known geologic weakness in the area.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 29, 2023
Standing at the border post between Botswana and Namibia, next to the looping streambed of the Okavango River, Max Muyemburuko waved goodbye.
From National Geographic ● Jun. 27, 2023
The heavy limo hit a parked car and trees before coming to rest in a streambed in Schoharie, a village west of Albany.
From Seattle Times ● May 17, 2023
Even when they had passed the mill and the great wooden wheel lying motionless in the millrace, its own channel on one side of the dry streambed, he had said nothing.
From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda
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