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Dust Cloud

Description:

A dust cloud is a mass of fine particles of dust or other particulate matter suspended in the air, forming a visible cloud-like appearance.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

1. A visible mass of fine particles of dust or other particulate matter suspended in the air.
2. An area or region covered by a cloud of dust.

Usages:

Popular: Dust clouds can occur due to natural phenomena such as windstorms or volcanic eruptions, as well as human activities like construction or farming.

Local: In our region, sandstorms frequently create dense dust clouds that reduce visibility and can cause respiratory problems.

Sample Sentences:

1. The wind carried a thick dust cloud across the desert.

2. As the construction workers drilled into the ground, a dust cloud formed around the site.

3. The sudden gusts of wind transformed the street into a swirling dust cloud.

4. The car's tires kicked up a dust cloud as it sped along the dirt road.

5. The researchers studied the composition of the dust cloud to better understand its impact on the environment.

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