Phrases with «to increase the runoff»

The phrase "to increase the runoff" means to make water flow more quickly over the ground surface instead of being absorbed. It can be achieved by reducing vegetation or adding surfaces that don't allow water to soak in, like concrete or asphalt. Full definition

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runoff (parent phrase)

to increase the runoff

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Sentences with «to increase the runoff»

This rapid glacier retreat is evident in the reduced stream flow and increased runoff in the area. (nichols.edu)
Increased runoff reduces groundwater recharge, thus lowering the water table and making droughts worse, especially for farmers and others who depend on water wells. (sciencedaily.com)
The average relative humidity in cities is usually several percent lower than that of adjacent rural areas, primarily because of increased runoff of precipitation and the lack of evapotranspiration from vegetation in urban areas. (britannica.com)
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