bog
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Definition
A bog is a wet, spongy area of land that is usually covered in moss and is very soft underfoot. It is a type of wetland where the ground is often muddy and waterlogged.
Usage & Nuances
'Bog' is mostly used in nature and environmental contexts. It's common in British and Irish English, sometimes informally used to mean 'toilet' in British slang (not in American English). It collocates often with 'peat', 'mossy', or 'drain.' Don't confuse with 'swamp' (deeper water) or 'marsh' (more grass, less moss).
Example Sentences
The hikers got stuck in the bog.
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A bog is often covered in green moss.
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The boots are perfect for walking through a bog.
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It took hours to cross the muddy bog after the rain.
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Many animals live in a bog.
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Watch your step, or you'll sink into the bog!
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