Natural Wonders

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noun a deep valley with steep sides, often carved from the earth by a river

  • The Grand Canyon is one of the most famous natural landmarks in the United States.
  • We hiked through the canyon and took some amazing photos.
  • That canyon is lit, we should definitely go check it out.
  • She felt like she was in a deep canyon of despair, with no way out.

noun a hot spring that intermittently sends up fountain-like jets of water and steam into the air

  • The geyser erupted with tremendous force, sending hot water and steam high into the air.
  • We were lucky to catch a glimpse of the geyser going off during our visit to Yellowstone.
  • That geyser is lit, it's like nature's own fireworks display!
  • Her anger was like a geyser, bubbling beneath the surface until it finally erupted.

noun a bioluminescent insect larva, especially of a beetle, that emits a soft greenish light

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  • The glowworm is a type of insect belonging to the family Lampyridae.
  • I saw a glowworm lighting up the garden last night.
  • Check out that cool glowworm shining in the dark!
  • Her smile lit up the room like a glowworm in the night.

noun a ridge of jagged rock, coral, or sand just above or below the surface of the sea

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  • The coral reef is home to a diverse range of marine life.
  • Let's go snorkeling and check out the reef!
  • That reef is lit, dude!
  • She navigated through the treacherous waters like a ship avoiding a reef.

noun a rainbow produced by moonlight rather than sunlight

  • The moonbow is a rare natural phenomenon that occurs when the moonlight refracts through water droplets in the air.
  • I heard there might be a moonbow tonight, so let's go outside and see if we can spot it!
  • Check out the cool moonbow in the sky right now, it looks awesome!
  • The moonbow of success shone brightly upon her as she achieved her goals.