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desert

Pronunciation: [ˈdɛz.ɚt]

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Learn how to use desert in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “geography”

(noun) a large area of land that is very dry and has lots of sand or rocks. Deserts usually get very little rain, so many plants and animals can’t live there.

Example

The Sahara Desert is one of the largest deserts in the world.

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The rainforest is not a desert; it is very wet and has many trees.

Example

Can you name a desert that has lots of sand?

Context: “abandon”

(verb) to leave someone or something and not come back. It’s like when you don’t stay with your team in a game and just leave them.

Example

He decided to desert his post and join the adventure.

Example

She did not desert her friends during the hard times.

Example

Why would someone choose to desert their family?

Context: “reward”

(noun) the act of receiving something good for doing something right or special. It’s something nice that you earn because of your good behavior.

Example

The little boy received a dessert after finishing his vegetables.

Example

She didn't get any dessert because she didn't finish her dinner.

Example

What dessert do you want after the meal?

How to pronounce desert

Pronunciation: [ˈdɛz.ɚt]

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