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Nullah

usgb/ˈnʌlə/Volume
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Geographic Specificity

Used mainly in South Asia, 'nullah' may not be understood elsewhere without context.

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When traveling outside South Asia, I had to explain what a nullah was to my friends.
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Seasonal Context

'Nullah' often appears in discussions about the monsoon season when water levels rise.

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Villagers were concerned the monsoon would cause the nullah to flood their crops.
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Cultural Relevance

'Nullah' carries local cultural significance, often seen in South Asian literature and media.

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The story mentions a nullah where the children used to play during the summers.
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