coral reef

noun

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: a long line of coral that lies in warm, shallow water

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Interactive environmental exhibits would reflect Garcia’s advocacy for coral reefs and rainforest preservation, with charitable initiatives supporting ocean conservation, music education and the arts. — Spin Staff, SPIN, 23 Oct. 2026 The world’s coral reef ecosystems almost all face a high risk of collapse in the next 50 years mostly due to warming oceans and heat waves, according to a global assessment released Thursday. — ABC News, 22 Oct. 2026 As the climate gets hotter, the future for coral reefs globally is dire. — Lauren Sommer, NPR, 13 Oct. 2026 Beyond town, visit a spice plantation, look for red colobus monkeys in Jozani Forest, or snorkel among the coral reefs. — Cherri Briggs, Travel + Leisure, 13 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for coral reef

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coral reef

noun
: a reef made up of corals, other organic substances, and limestone

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