Nereids

Definition of Nereidsnext
plural of Nereid

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for Nereids
Noun
  • An artist airbrushed tattoos of mermaids and butterflies on torsos and biceps.
    Deborah Sengupta Stith, Austin American Statesman, 17 Mar. 2026
  • The event also showcases comedy knife-throwing acts, storytelling mermaids, a mud show and new themes each weekend, according to the festival's description on 10Best.
    Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 12 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Israelis have also grown weary after nearly a month of daily sirens, 16 civilian deaths and dozens of people seriously injured.
    ABC News, ABC News, 29 Mar. 2026
  • Legend says mermaid sirens lured sailors here.
    Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2026
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“Nereids.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/Nereids. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.

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