Rain fell, earth drank thirstily.

Meaning: The rain fell from the sky, and the earth absorbed it eagerly.

Choice of Words: Rain is water that falls from the sky. Fell is a verb that describes the movement of something from a higher to a lower place. Earth is the planet that we live on. Drank is a verb that describes the act of taking in liquid. Thirstily means with a strong desire to drink.

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