major tributary

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Refers to a large and important tributary.

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  • The Amazon River has several major tributaries that contribute to its immense volume.
  • The Ohio River is considered a major tributary of the Mississippi River system.
  • Engineers are studying how the new dam will affect the major tributary's flow downstream.
  • Historically, many settlements grew along this major tributary due to its fertile banks and resources.
  • Pollution in this major tributary poses a significant threat to the main river's ecosystem.
  • The expedition aimed to explore the source of the river's most major tributary deep within the mountains.
  • During the rainy season, the major tributary often overflows its banks, causing local flooding.
  • Mapping the entire network of rivers, including every major tributary, took years of dedicated work.
  • Local communities depend heavily on the clean water provided by this major tributary for agriculture and daily use.
  • If this major tributary dries up, the impact on the regional ecosystem and water supply will be devastating.