sand dune

noun

: a hill of sand near an ocean or in a desert that is formed by the wind

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It has also been called a transcendent entity floating above the city like a cloud hovering over the ground, a lakeside sand dune and a giant park canopy blending with the surrounding gardens. — Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026 Layers of padded fabric created a rippling sand dune effect, while the structured bodice and exaggerated shoulders gave the look a futuristic edge. — Amanda Le, InStyle, 23 July 2026 Tackle Europe’s tallest sand dune, Dune du Pilat, which looms nearly 330 feet high over the Atlantic and dates back nearly 4,000 years. — Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 19 July 2026 The Outer Banks is known for serene waterfronts, wildlife and historical attractions, including Jockey’s Ridge State Park, home to the tallest living sand dune system on the Atlantic Coast, as highlighted in the travel rankings. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 8 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for sand dune

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“Sand dune.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sand%20dune. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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