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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To better appreciate the natural world, learning to distinguish between ravens and crows can deepen your birdwatching skills. — Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 31 Aug. 2026 The pavilion has three levels, starting with roots and the natural world, moving through the human realm, and reaching toward the sky. — Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026 Well besides being well known for her voice, big hair and charming personality, she was also recognized for her devotion to the natural world. — Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026 Gennaro Tomma is a freelance journalist who covers science, with a focus on the natural world, biodiversity, conservation, climate change, environmental and science-related policies, and more. — Gennaro Tomma, Scientific American, 25 Aug. 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 3 Sep. 2026.

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