as in ponds
a large area of water that is surrounded by land
They own a cottage on the lake. the shores of the lake
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Recent Examples of lakes
Up North leaders say they're torn between wanting the best future for their students and acknowledging that some who could flourish in college prefer to remain among the forests, rivers and lakes of the region, even if jobs pay less and everything from dentists to Walmart are farther away.
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CBS News, 26 Mar. 2026
In addition, the trout lakes will be closed to all fishing from March 30 until sunrise on April 4, allowing the trout to disperse throughout the lakes before the season opens.
—Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
Warm gear is a boon on this trail in case of storms or unexpected precipitation, and pack a microfiber towel–you’ll want to plunge into the multiple glimmering lakes.
—Madison Chapman, Outside, 25 Mar. 2026
In a typical situation, TPWD fisheries biologists would have taken the bass to the state-run hatchery, where it would be spawned in captivity so its fry could be stocked in other Texas lakes.
—Bob McNally, Outdoor Life, 25 Mar. 2026
Allison McGillis, the city’s director of planning and zoning, said the policy prohibiting lakefront lot splits is in place to protect community character and natural resources along Winter Park’s lakes.
—Camila Gomez, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Mar. 2026
In response, many nations, like Switzerland, are seeking ways to clean up munitions from waterways such as lakes.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 25 Mar. 2026
About two hours away, Hotel Nesslerhof, in Hohe Tauern National Park, offers more than 400 kilometers of hiking and biking trails through alpine meadows, lakes and traditional mountain huts.
—Ramona Saviss, HollywoodReporter, 24 Mar. 2026
Set against mountainous landscapes and rural lakes, the story follows a wandering swordsman who is falsely accused of stealing a shipment of gold and must unravel a web of intrigue involving bandits, palace guards and corrupt officials while attempting to clear his name.
—Lin Ying-Hsuan, Variety, 18 Mar. 2026
CBS News, 26 Mar. 2026
In addition, the trout lakes will be closed to all fishing from March 30 until sunrise on April 4, allowing the trout to disperse throughout the lakes before the season opens.
—Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
Warm gear is a boon on this trail in case of storms or unexpected precipitation, and pack a microfiber towel–you’ll want to plunge into the multiple glimmering lakes.
—Madison Chapman, Outside, 25 Mar. 2026
In a typical situation, TPWD fisheries biologists would have taken the bass to the state-run hatchery, where it would be spawned in captivity so its fry could be stocked in other Texas lakes.
—Bob McNally, Outdoor Life, 25 Mar. 2026
Allison McGillis, the city’s director of planning and zoning, said the policy prohibiting lakefront lot splits is in place to protect community character and natural resources along Winter Park’s lakes.
—Camila Gomez, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Mar. 2026
In response, many nations, like Switzerland, are seeking ways to clean up munitions from waterways such as lakes.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 25 Mar. 2026
About two hours away, Hotel Nesslerhof, in Hohe Tauern National Park, offers more than 400 kilometers of hiking and biking trails through alpine meadows, lakes and traditional mountain huts.
—Ramona Saviss, HollywoodReporter, 24 Mar. 2026
Set against mountainous landscapes and rural lakes, the story follows a wandering swordsman who is falsely accused of stealing a shipment of gold and must unravel a web of intrigue involving bandits, palace guards and corrupt officials while attempting to clear his name.
—Lin Ying-Hsuan, Variety, 18 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lakes
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Nearby, explore downtown Playa del Carmen or visit Xcaret, an eco-archaeological park that offers the opportunity to swim in underground rivers or float in lagoons, among other activities.—
Sheryl Nance Nash,
USA Today,
24 Mar. 2026
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Here, breathtaking landscapes stretch as far as the eye can see, freckled with twinkling lagoons and clusters of thick forests, framed by gentle slopes and hills beyond.—
Olivia Morelli,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 Mar. 2026
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Located on the shores of Loch Linnhe, one of 31,000 freshwater lochs in Scotland, Fort William sits in the shadow of Ben Nevis, at 4,490 feet the highest peak in Britain.—
Patti Nickell,
Boston Herald,
15 Feb. 2026
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Curling is a game of tradition, first played centuries ago on Scottish lochs, where players slide heavy granite rocks down a sheet of ice toward a target.—
Pien Huang,
NPR,
11 Feb. 2026
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Factories producing steel, aluminum and chemicals; refineries; reservoirs; desalination plants; civilian airports and universities have all been hit.—
Tim Lister,
CNN Money,
30 Mar. 2026
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Funding would also help the water districts repair damage to reservoirs caused by the fire.—
Linh Tat,
Daily News,
30 Mar. 2026
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“Lakes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lakes. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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