marl

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of marl In Friuli Venezia Giulia, the soils are rich in marl and sandstone, locally referred to as ponca. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 28 June 2025 The vines are planted in limestone, marl, and clay soils and are situated with eastern and southeastern exposures at altitudes of 750 to 1,000 feet so grapes mature perfectly with the right balance of sugars, acid, and minerality. Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 14 Mar. 2025 The region’s soil mixture of marl, clayey limestone, marine sandstone, and rough clay draws out Glera’s creamy texture and fresh peach notes, the wine’s signature aromatic characteristic. Paul Caputo, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024 The vines are planted in limestone, marl, and clay soils and are situated with eastern and southeastern exposures at altitudes of 750 to 1,000 feet so grapes mature perfectly with the right balance of sugars, acid, and minerality. Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 14 Mar. 2025 While Vigna La Delizia enjoys south-east exposure and has soils rich in calcareous marl and clay, Vigna La Villa faces due east and features silt, sand, and clay soils. Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 4 Mar. 2025 The region’s soil mixture of marl, clayey limestone, marine sandstone, and rough clay draws out Glera’s creamy texture and fresh peach notes, the wine’s signature aromatic characteristic. Paul Caputo, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024 There are plenty of colors to choose from to suit all tastes, from practical grey marl to playful pink or festive plaid. Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 12 Dec. 2023 The coats are oversized, and roomy enough to accommodate hoodies or jumpers layered underneath. Consider this a forever buy, so stick to a neutral color palette like Beckham—think navy, black or gray marl. Emma Spedding, Vogue, 9 Mar. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for marl
Noun
  • At some point, alluvium buried the entire tusk, possibly from major storm flooding.
    Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 14 Aug. 2024
  • The tusk was covered with alluvium, possibly during a major flooding event, MDEQ said.
    Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 13 Aug. 2024
Noun
  • Narrowing the field One candidate was found just 500 meters off the coast of Rhode Island (designated RI 2394), 14 meters below the surface and buried in nearly 250 years' worth of sediment and silt.
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 24 June 2025
  • Seven dump trucks hauled 92 tons of mud and silt from Loveland Pass, which was buried Sunday by a 100-foot-wide and 20-foot-deep landslide, according to a news release from the department.
    Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 18 June 2025
Noun
  • There's no sediment to be found here, just a nice, bold cup of coffee.
    Scott Gilbertson, Wired News, 11 July 2025
  • Most early pterosaurs are found in oceanic sediments.
    Sara Schilling July 9, Sacbee.com, 9 July 2025
Noun
  • When blown by the wind, these sediments are referred to as loess.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 2 Sep. 2021
  • Soils here are particularly complex, featuring chalk, sand, gravel, clay, loess, quartzite and slate.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2021
Noun
  • There’s also a shooting range, a sporting clays setup, and a secluded swimming hole with a dock.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 14 July 2025
  • Of those wins, two were on clay and one was on hard court.
    Dan Santaromita, New York Times, 12 July 2025
Noun
  • Loose siding and damaged shingles should also be repaired to prevent access for raccoons.
    Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 July 2025
  • Beyond the beach, travelers can explore the Bay Head Historic District, which spotlights an impressive collection of more than 550 shingle, Queen Anne, stick, and Colonial Revival-style homes.
    Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 29 June 2025
Noun
  • Samaritan’s Purse volunteers in Texas have been cleaning mud, clearing out areas full of debris and listening to survivors’ stories.
    Rachel Wolf, FOXNews.com, 10 July 2025
  • About 20 yards beyond was a shallow pool of smelly, stagnant water surrounded by mud.
    Alann B. Steen, Outdoor Life, 10 July 2025
Noun
  • Fairmont El San Juan Located along one of the most impressive stretches of sand in San Juan, Fairmont El San Juan Hotel has long been considered one of the best resorts in Puerto Rico.
    Carley Rojas Ávila, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
  • And the gaps between each ridge help to retain some sediment without fully stopping the natural flow of sand.
    Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 14 July 2025

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Marl.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/marl. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.

More from Merriam-Webster on marl

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!