The rain painted intricate patterns on the muddy ground.
Meaning: The raindrops formed intricate and complex patterns on the ground, which was covered in mud.
Choice of Words: Painted is used to describe the way the rain created patterns on the ground, similar to how an artist paints a picture. Intricate means complex or detailed. Muddy means covered in mud, which is a mixture of dirt and water.
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