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Haboob

Definition:

A haboob is a type of intense dust storm that commonly occurs in arid regions, particularly in the Sahara Desert and the Middle East. It is characterized by a towering wall of dust that moves rapidly across the land.

Examples:

As a noun:

1. The haboob swept through the desert, engulfing everything in its path.

2. We could hardly see anything outside as the haboob approached our town.

As a verb:

1. The strong winds haboobed the area, causing poor visibility and breathing difficulties.

2. We carefully haboobed our belongings to prevent the dust from seeping into our home.

As an adjective:

1. The haboob season in that region is known for its frequent sandstorms.

2. We put on our haboob goggles to protect our eyes from the blowing dust.

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