sandier; sandiest
1
a
: consisting of or containing sand : full of sand
b
: sprinkled with sand
2
: of the color sand
sandiness
noun
Examples of sandy in a Sentence
The soil in my garden is very sandy.
the child with sandy hair really stood out among the brunettes
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There's an infinity pool, a lagoon pool with two slides and a stretch of sandy beach with a castaway theme right down to its weather outlook system – a coconut hanging from a branch next to a sign telling visitors what conditions to expect based on the appearance of the shell.
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Caroline Reid, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
In March 2026 Seabourn Venture will embark on a Wild South Atlantic sailing that includes the Falkland Islands and Argentinian ports like Bahia Bustamante, ideal for nature lovers, and Puerto Madryn, with its sandy beaches and lively restaurants, before making its way up the coast of South America.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 1 Nov. 2024
Hawaii, best known for its sandy beaches, balmy temperatures and lush forests, has had several inches of snowfall on its highest peak this week.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2024
Water sports enthusiasts can also drive to nearby Albany Beach, which is also popular with dog owners for its beautiful sandy beach.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 30 Oct. 2024
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Caroline Reid, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
In March 2026 Seabourn Venture will embark on a Wild South Atlantic sailing that includes the Falkland Islands and Argentinian ports like Bahia Bustamante, ideal for nature lovers, and Puerto Madryn, with its sandy beaches and lively restaurants, before making its way up the coast of South America.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 1 Nov. 2024
Hawaii, best known for its sandy beaches, balmy temperatures and lush forests, has had several inches of snowfall on its highest peak this week.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2024
Water sports enthusiasts can also drive to nearby Albany Beach, which is also popular with dog owners for its beautiful sandy beach.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 30 Oct. 2024
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“Sandy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sandy. Accessed 2 Dec. 2024.
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sandy
adjective
sandier; sandiest
1
: consisting of, containing, or sprinkled with sand
2
: of a yellowish gray color
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