Los documentos antiguos son tan secos que se descomponen al tocarlos.
The old documents are so dry that they crumble when touched.
Context: culture El estilo de vida seco y austero de los monjes refleja su dedicación espiritual.
The dry and austere lifestyle of the monks reflects their spiritual dedication.
Context: society La poesía de esa época es densa y seca, lo que dificulta su apreciación moderna.
The poetry from that era is dense and dry, making it difficult to appreciate in modern times.
Context: literature