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marshland

noun

ˈmärsh-ˌland

Definition of marshland

as in marsh

spongy land saturated or partially covered with water grasses, sedges, and rushes are the plant species most commonly found in marshlands

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Recent Examples of marshland Hikers dip into shady trails lined with thick brush, a favorite path being the Myakka Canopy Walkway, which offers a rare peek into the ecosystems—both minuscule and massive—within the swampy marshland. — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 6 June 2026 As the Coast Starlight approaches the Bay Area, the train glides past marshlands, open water, and distant city skylines before continuing toward California’s Central Coast. — Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 4 July 2026 The Gilbert family prodded the authorities to continue searching for Shannan Gilbert, and on December 13, 2011, her remains were found in the Oak Beach marshlands. — Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Apr. 2026 Living in a very unpopulated little area of the rural French marshlands, Thomas (Bastien Bouillon), his wife Nora (Hafsia Herzi) and their young daughter Ida (Tawba El Gharchi) go about their daily routine. — Pete Hammond, Deadline, 22 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for marshland

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Of course, there’s an aesthetic component to the National Park Service’s selection of land, too, as the landscapes range from wetlands and wildlife refuges to marshes.

— Josh Laskin, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2026
Businesses impacted by sewer overflow The Great Marsh Shellfish Company is nestled in the marshes along the Rowley River.

— Mike Sullivan, CBS News, 29 June 2026

Definition of marsh

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Northeast of Watoga State Park and Calvin Price State Park, this wildlife refuge protects dozens of rare plant and animal species that thrive in the high-elevation wetlands (including, yes, fireflies).

— Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 1 July 2026
Rainfall increases water levels in ponds and wetlands, or creates temporary pools that provide ideal—and safer—breeding grounds for eggs and tadpoles to survive.

— Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 30 June 2026

Definition of wetland

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As whole house fans and swamp coolers can suck additional pollutants inside, the department recommends using air purifiers or air conditioners as alternatives when possible.

— Corinne Purtill, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2026
Some of the most important pollinator plants in Connecticut include bee balm, buttonbush, columbine, geranium, goldenrod, highbush blueberry, New England aster, New Jersey tea and swamp milkweed.

— Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 29 June 2026

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