shaly in a sentence
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Definition
Shaly (adjective): characterized by or containing clay or shale, often resulting in a soil or rock that is soft, crumbly, and difficult for cultivation or excavation.
Crossword clues for shaly
Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "shaly".
- Soft, crumbly soil often found in certain regions.
- Type of rock containing clay and shale layers.
- Earthy material that complicates farming and digging.
- Soil with a high percentage of clay content.
- Rock formation characterized by fine-grained sediments.
Shaly sentence examples
- The shaly soil in the region made it difficult for farmers to grow crops.
- He carefully examined the shaly rock formations during his geological expedition.
- The construction crew encountered shaly layers that complicated their excavation plans.
- She collected shaly samples from the riverbed to study the sediment composition.
- The artist used shaly pigments to create a unique texture in her painting.