withstand drought

Frequency: 6.05.5 per million words

to be strong enough to resist the effects of drought

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Examples (10)

  • Scientists are developing new crop varieties that can withstand severe drought.
  • Cacti have evolved unique adaptations to withstand prolonged drought in the desert.
  • Camels are remarkably able to withstand the extreme drought of their arid habitats.
  • The country's agricultural sector was not strong enough to withstand the three-year drought.
  • When landscaping in a dry climate, it's essential to choose plants that can withstand drought.
  • The ancient irrigation system helped the village withstand the seasonal drought.
  • With rising temperatures, many ecosystems will struggle to withstand future droughts.
  • The study aims to identify the genetic traits that allow certain trees to withstand drought.
  • Withstanding drought is a key survival mechanism for many desert species.
  • We need to assess whether these new crops can truly withstand a decade-long drought.