The horses drank thirstily from the trough.

Meaning: The horses were very thirsty and drank a lot of water from the container.

Choice of Words: Thirstily means with a great desire to drink. Trough is a long, narrow container for holding water or food for animals.

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• The earth drank the rainwater thirstily.
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