blue water

noun

Synonyms of blue waternext
: the open sea
blue-water adjective

Examples of blue water in a Sentence

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Home to the largest freshwater dune system in the world, Michigan’s Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore often surprises first-time visitors with its stunning 450-feet-high dunes set against the deep-blue waters of Lake Michigan. Robert Annis, Midwest Living, 24 June 2026 Resorts like Likuliku Lagoon Resort and Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay offer the quintessential overwater bungalow experience travelers associate with the Maldives—coupled with warm hospitality, clear blue water, and generally lower costs for hotels, meals, and excursions. Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2026 Native to South America, one sniff of the zesty, tangy fruit transports you to a lush, tropical oasis with bright growing greens and clear blue waters. Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 17 June 2026 Florida's beaches are rightfully famous for their gorgeous white sands and blue waters, but for many visitors, the true treasure lies in the bounty lining the shoreline itself. Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 15 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for blue water

Word History

First Known Use

1582, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of blue water was in 1582

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“Blue water.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/blue%20water. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.

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