water supply
noun
: a source, means, or process of supplying water (as for a community) usually including reservoirs, tunnels, and pipelines
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In Missoula, Montana, the city recently bought back their water supply from a private company.
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Tara Molina, CBS News, 12 Mar. 2026
Bahraini officials said on Sunday an Iranian drone had damaged a desalination plant, although not affected water supplies.
—Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 11 Mar. 2026
In addition to the aforementioned mattress options, Thaircamper is working on other available add-ons like a 270-degree awning and an inflatable standalone bathroom with shower, water supply and toilet.
—New Atlas, 11 Mar. 2026
The city has activated other wells and collaborated with Manville Water Supply Corporation to help boost the water supply.
—Claire Osborn, Austin American Statesman, 11 Mar. 2026
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Tara Molina, CBS News, 12 Mar. 2026
Bahraini officials said on Sunday an Iranian drone had damaged a desalination plant, although not affected water supplies.
—Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 11 Mar. 2026
In addition to the aforementioned mattress options, Thaircamper is working on other available add-ons like a 270-degree awning and an inflatable standalone bathroom with shower, water supply and toilet.
—New Atlas, 11 Mar. 2026
The city has activated other wells and collaborated with Manville Water Supply Corporation to help boost the water supply.
—Claire Osborn, Austin American Statesman, 11 Mar. 2026
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“Water supply.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/water%20supply. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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