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Η ξηρασία
A feminine noun describing a prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall. It is a frequent concern during Greek summers.
Examples in context
Η μεγάλη ξηρασία κατέστρεψε τις καλλιέργειες.
The great drought destroyed the crops.
Φέτος το καλοκαίρι είχαμε έντονη ξηρασία.
This summer we had an intense drought.
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