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dry spell [′drī ‚spel] (climatology) A period of abnormally dry weather, generally reserved for a less extensive, and therefore less severe, condition than a drought; in the United States, describes a period lasting not less than 2 weeks, during which no measurable precipitation was recorded. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Summary: ECB's Weber says German economy is resilient and while it will go "through a dry spell over the coming months" there is "no reason for excessive pessimism. In South Carolina, the corn and early planted soybeans are gone, wiped out in large part by a hot, dry spell during critical growing time in June. After a good, dry spell, giant tractors rumble through the lanes, hauling the apparatus of modern grass-cutting. |
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