Nereids

Definition of Nereidsnext
plural of Nereid

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for Nereids
Noun
  • New additions will include a trio of mermaids played by Diaana Babnicova as Pearl, Taylor Oliver as Fin, and Olive Mortimer as Sandy.
    Joe Otterson, Variety, 2 Mar. 2026
  • Spanning more than 21,500 square feet, its graphics draw on symbolism tied to the family’s five branches and feature stylized images of mermaids—representing Ariane’s four daughters—emblazoned on the massive sails.
    Helen Iatrou, Robb Report, 15 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Air sirens repeatedly alerted the residents of Tel Aviv and Jerusalem to seek shelter.
    Robin Wright, New Yorker, 8 Mar. 2026
  • As air‑raid sirens sound across Israeli cities, warning civilians to take shelter, Palestinian communities in the West Bank have nowhere to go.
    Fadwa Hodali, Bloomberg, 8 Mar. 2026
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“Nereids.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/Nereids. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.

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