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shaly Meaning

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shaly (a.)

Resembling shale in structure.

shaly Sentence Examples

  1. The steep hillsides were comprised of loose, shaly rock that crumbled underfoot.
  2. The ancient fossil beds were preserved in layers of fine-grained, shaly sediment.
  3. The shaly soil contained a rich blend of minerals, promoting lush plant growth.
  4. The road cut through a narrow gorge with towering shaly cliffs on either side.
  5. The river meandered through a shaly canyon, its waters cascading over jagged rocks.
  6. The shaly slopes were prone to erosion, creating cascading landslides.
  7. The shaly formations had a distinctive layered appearance, resembling a stack of sedimentary pancakes.
  8. The shaly foundation of the building crumbled, requiring extensive renovations.
  9. The shaly outcroppings provided shelter for a variety of wildlife, including nesting birds and small mammals.
  10. Archaeologists carefully excavated the shaly site, uncovering ancient artifacts and remnants of forgotten civilizations.

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Resembling shale in structure.

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The steep hillsides were comprised of loose, shaly rock that crumbled underfoot.

The ancient fossil beds were preserved in layers of fine-grained, shaly sediment.

The shaly soil contained a rich blend of minerals, promoting lush plant growth.

The road cut through a narrow gorge with towering shaly cliffs on either side.