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Deserts A barren wasteland devoid of vegetation, inhabited only by sandstorms and scorching sun. ■ "I never thought I'd miss the rain until I moved to the middle of a desert. Now, every time it rains, I'm like 'Yay! More mud to track!'"
morocco A country in North Africa known for its sandy deserts, vibrant culture, and delicious cuisine. Also known as the land where camels roam free. ■ "I heard you guys are planning a trip to Morocco? Well, if you want to blend in with the locals, I recommend growing some camel hair on your head."
sand a type of fine-grained material made up of rock particles and small amounts of organic matter, found on beaches or in deserts. It can also refer to a large sum of money. ■ "I always pack sandwiches for my beach picnics," said the woman who didn't realize that sandwiches and sand were two different things., "I have so much sand in my shoes that I feel like I'm walking through a desert," said the person who had never been to a beach before., "I need to win this bet before I end up with more sand in my pockets than I do at the beach," said the man who had never won a bet before.
Sandy A type of sediment found in beaches and deserts, consisting mostly of small particles of rock or minerals. Often used as a metaphor for something difficult or unpleasant to deal with. ■ "I hate getting sand in my shoes!" exclaimed the beachgoer, flipping over to reveal a pair of flip-flops filled to the brim with gritty sand. "It's like walking on a beach every day!" he continued, shaking his head in dismay.