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monsoon

Wind pattern that brings seasonally heavy rain to South Asia; it blows towards the sea in winter and towards the land in summer. The monsoon may cause destructive flooding all over India and Southeast Asia from April to September, leaving thousands of people homeless each year.

The monsoon cycle is believed to have started about 12 million years ago with the uplift of the Himalayas.



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"It is well," he answered, "the monsoon will soon bring the ivory ships hither, then I will send you on your way with somewhat to pay your passage.
The Arabian Nights by Lang, Andrew View in context
Long time before, three monsoon before, me speak 'm true speak.
Jerry of the Islands by London, Jack View in context
The monsoon blew with extreme violence during all the next morning.
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