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as in vessel
a small buoyant structure for travel on water
paddling the little boat across the lake is great exercise, but tiring
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as in ship
a large craft for travel by water
you'll have to take a passenger boat to get to the island
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Recent Examples of boat
Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 17 June 2025
Prior to his disappearance, Diaz-Soria was on a boat with others to mark a friend’s birthday, per ABC affiliate WSB and Fox affiliate WAGA.
—David Chiu, People.com, 17 June 2025
Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 22 May 2025
In the yachting world, the Cannes Film Festival means one thing: the start of the summer boating season.
—Katia Damborsky, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
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Noun
The woman was buried with her knees bent up against one side of the boat and her arms gathered in front of her pelvis, according to a Facebook post from the Arctic University Museum of Norway.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 17 June 2025
Prior to his disappearance, Diaz-Soria was on a boat with others to mark a friend’s birthday, per ABC affiliate WSB and Fox affiliate WAGA.
—David Chiu, People.com, 17 June 2025
Verb
Boating: Not applicable, as the quarry is designed for swimming and relaxation rather than boating.
⚓ Fishing: Catch and release fishing is allowed in the two ponds during open swim.
—Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 22 May 2025
In the yachting world, the Cannes Film Festival means one thing: the start of the summer boating season.
—Katia Damborsky, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for boat
Noun
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Obsessed with black and blue marlin, Hsieh has outfitted the vessel with scientific equipment to research these apex species as well as engage in general ocean conservation.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
10 June 2025
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Her sitar became a vessel for that hope—looping, bending, and shimmering through textures that ranged from the meditative to the ecstatic.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
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As of June 12, the ship was still partially sunken about 30 miles off the coast of Virginia Beach, and a broadcast notice was issued telling mariners to avoid the area, according to officials.—
Natalie Demaree,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2025
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When the Yautja harpoon the ship from below, the humans are temporarily blocked from taking off until Ursa decides to sacrifice herself, sliding down the cable and severing it from the ship.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
13 June 2025
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American Pilots Are Backing Israel’s Drone Defense, Netanyahu Says New Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Upgrade Now Makes Sense Under the old system, a cruiser who sailed frequently over many years earned lifetime Diamond status based on nights at sea.—
Roger Dooley,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
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Carnival will overhaul its loyalty program next year, measuring status largely based on purchases rather than days sailed – and giving guests new ways to earn and redeem benefits.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
19 June 2025
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Despite its name, the not-for-profit yacht club has very few yachts, which generally are considered larger boats with internal cabins.—
Robert McCoppin,
Chicago Tribune,
14 June 2025
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But what are the best spots to charter a motorboat or charter a yacht?—
Forbes Staff,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
Verb
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At this rate, Newcastle’s cohort of goalkeepers will need their own bus to ferry them to away matches.—
George Caulkin,
New York Times,
13 June 2025
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While Musk is championing the promise of robotaxis – self-driving cars without a driver than can ferry around paying passengers – there are concerns about both safety and their viability as a business.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
12 June 2025
Noun
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Start your day at Lake Norman State Park, and rent a canoe, paddleboard, kayak, or pedal boat; the boat ramp is free to use.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
7 June 2025
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Together, the two have crossed continents by foot, canoe, motorbike and tuk tuk, news agency SWNS reported.—
Reem Amro,
FOXNews.com,
30 May 2025
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Moore and another kayaker were trying to paddle away from the danger when the jet ski struck the back of Moore’s kayak.—
Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 June 2025
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Start your day at Lake Norman State Park, and rent a canoe, paddleboard, kayak, or pedal boat; the boat ramp is free to use.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
7 June 2025
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Israel’s operation spurred a raft of condemnations from regional countries.—
Nabih Bulos,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2025
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Even as stocks have made a strong recovery since the Trump administration announced a raft of tariffs in April, plenty of hurdles remain.—
Darla Mercado, CFP®,
CNBC,
12 June 2025
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“Boat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boat. Accessed 24 Jun. 2025.
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