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relating to the regions near the Earth's North and South Poles
- Antarctica is a continent located within the Antarctic polar region.
- The polar climate experiences long periods of darkness and daylight depending on the season.
- The polar ice caps play a crucial role in regulating global climate patterns.
- Polar exploration requires specialized gear and training to endure the extreme cold.
- Arctic and Antarctic regions are examples of polar environments with unique ecosystems.
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extremely cold, icy, or characteristic of the Arctic or Antarctic regions
- The wind brought a polar chill, making the entire city feel like an icebox.
- Only the most resilient wildlife could survive the polar conditions of the Arctic.
- The polar climate meant that even daytime temperatures remained well below freezing.
- After the sun set, the temperature dropped dramatically, turning the evening into a polar night.
- Residents of the remote village endured the polar cold by insulating their homes against the freezing temperatures.
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characterized by extreme opposition or contrast
- Their opinions on the issue were polar, with no common ground.
- The political candidates represent polar ideologies on healthcare reform.
- Their childhood experiences were polar, shaping their vastly different outlooks on life.
- The siblings had polar personalities, with one being outgoing and the other introverted.
- His views on the environment are polar to hers, causing frequent debates.
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having a pair of equal and opposite charges
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located at or near or coming from the earth's poles
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being of crucial importance
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