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Examples of marshland in a Sentence
one hundred acres of marshland
grasses, sedges, and rushes are the plant species most commonly found in marshlands
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World premiere | Documentary form | Short Film In the marshlands of southern Iraq, Ibrahim feels like a stranger in the world.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 16 Jan. 2025
The colorful flora is among the delights in the marshland surrounding Charleston, which both protects the Lowcountry from the worst impact of storms and also provides a welcoming environment for aquatic creatures, including dolphins, herons, and blue crabs.
—Ellen Schmedinghoff, AFAR Media, 14 Jan. 2025
Tingler mentioned the possibility of looking for faintly visible damage to grasses or bramble in the marshlands.
—Matthew Cappucci The Washington Post, arkansasonline.com, 31 Dec. 2024
Largely undeveloped with no grocery stores, streetlights, or sidewalks, Daufuskie is known for its unspoiled beaches, mystical marshlands, and rich Gullah culture.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 6 Jan. 2025
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Word History
First Known Use
12th century, in the meaning defined above
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The first known use of marshland was
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“Marshland.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/marshland. Accessed 27 Jan. 2025.
Kids Definition
marshland
noun
marsh·land
ˈmärsh-ˌland
: a marshy area : marsh
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