the natural world

noun

: all of the animals, plants, and other things existing in nature and not made or caused by people

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Together, these projects reveal an artist duo equally fascinated by advanced engineering and the fragile, fleeting beauty of the natural world. — Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026 Super Nature, a new documentary about the natural world directed by Ed Sayers, is truly a vintage piece of filmmaking. — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 6 July 2026 Gnome Apothecary crafts small-batch herbal medicines in the Hudson Valley that honor the wisdom of plants, support everyday wellness, and deepen the relationship between people and the natural world. — Rs Editors, Rolling Stone, 2 July 2026 The moon helped people organize their activities in an era when daily life remained closely tied to the natural world. — Stefanie Waldek, Space.com, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for the natural world

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“The natural world.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20natural%20world. Accessed 14 Jul. 2026.

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