airborne sand and dust

the human realm of existence as viewed in Buddhism, often contrasted with spiritual enlightenment

an electrical appliance used for cleaning floors and other surfaces by suctioning up dust and debris

dust, airborne powder, or solid particulate matter

(religion) this mortal life; the mundane world

particulate matter emitted into the atmosphere as a pollutant

to eliminate dust (i.e. filter out suspended particles)

kept unused, stored away, or hidden for a long time

referring to the world or trade of prostitution

to prevent dust or keep dust out; dustproof

dust floating in the air or settled on a surface

exhausted and covered in dust from a long, arduous journey; travel-stained and weary

the path, example, or course in life set by a predecessor

sand and dust storm

to be far inferior; to lag so far behind that one has no hope of catching up

to reach a conclusion or be finalized after a period of uncertainty; for the dust to settle

untainted by even a speck of dust; spotlessly clean; (of a person) honest and incorruptible

creating a tremendous clamor; (of rumors, news, or opinions) being widely circulated or causing a public stir

a tool used for flicking or wiping away dust

the mundane world of human existence, especially in contrast to a divine or spiritual realm

past events, memories, or a previous period in one's life

To see through the illusions of the material world and become disillusioned with human society, often as a precursor to entering a monastic life.

the noisy activity, hectic pace, and distractions of mundane or urban life

Atmospheric particulate matter or dust that settles onto the ground or surfaces.

the phenomenon of dust, volcanic ash, or radioactive particles settling from the atmosphere

the mundane world; worldly affairs

the dust of a long journey

to live an exhausting journey

dust storm; dust devil

a cloud of fine particles or dust suspended in the air

a tiny grain or speck of dust; fine dust

fine particles of dust or matter suspended in the atmosphere

a cloud of dust

to follow in other people's footsteps

to gather dust

to wash off dust

above the common or out of the ordinary; transcending worldly matters

to ride like the wind; to travel at great speed, especially of a horse or carriage

a meteorological phenomenon consisting of ground-level ice crystals formed in very cold temperatures

a covering placed over a seat or bed in ancient times to keep off dust

meticulous; very careful and attentive

fine particles of dust or tiny specks of matter