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as in bowl
a large circular container used especially for holding water for washing
They washed their clothes in a basin.
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as in valley
a depressed or sunken area of land
The animals drank from a shallow basin surrounded by grasslands.
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Recent Examples of basin
Even within specific land masses and ocean basins, warming may differ substantially.
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Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 June 2025
Take a dip in Doubtful Lake, a pristine basin that sits at the bottom of Sahale Glacier that’s constantly being fed by melting ice water.
—Graham Averill, Outside Online, 20 June 2025
But if action were taken to deploy strategic water transactions among the basin’s stakeholders, resultant reductions in usage could improve the situation of more than 380 miles of restorable segments, per the research.
—Sharon Udasin, The Hill, 20 June 2025
Two walk-in dressing rooms, and a spa-like bathroom complete with a sculptural tub, twin marble basins, and a bookmatched marble walk-in shower complete the sumptuous retreat.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 18 June 2025
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Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 June 2025
Take a dip in Doubtful Lake, a pristine basin that sits at the bottom of Sahale Glacier that’s constantly being fed by melting ice water.
—Graham Averill, Outside Online, 20 June 2025
But if action were taken to deploy strategic water transactions among the basin’s stakeholders, resultant reductions in usage could improve the situation of more than 380 miles of restorable segments, per the research.
—Sharon Udasin, The Hill, 20 June 2025
Two walk-in dressing rooms, and a spa-like bathroom complete with a sculptural tub, twin marble basins, and a bookmatched marble walk-in shower complete the sumptuous retreat.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 18 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for basin
Noun
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Venables has taken the Sooners to three non-playoff bowl games − the Cheez-It, Alamo and Armed Forces bowls − and lost them all.—
Chase Goodbread,
The Tennessean,
10 July 2025
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Transfer 2 tablespoons of this mixture to the bowl with the shrimp legs, then pour the rest into the bowl of shrimp bodies.—
Greg Chelmis,
Saveur,
10 July 2025
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This is the most dangerous river valley in the United States.—
Jenna Sundel
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 July 2025
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These colorful aircrafts take passengers up more than 1,000 feet, offering stunning views of the neighboring valleys and the Wasatch Mountains surrounding downtown Park City below.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
4 July 2025
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The bathroom leans into luxury with a spa-like vibe, complete with a steam shower and a jacuzzi tub wrapped in marble and copper finishes—a perfect place to unwind after a long day, whether rehearsing a pas de deux or trying on clothes at Bergdorf’s.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
30 June 2025
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Leveling up your outdoor hosting game is easy with this rattan tub that earns some major style points and keeps drinks ice cold.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
24 June 2025
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Resorts here celebrate nature at every turn, from their activities (whitewater rafting, snowmobiling) to their designs (outdoor fire pits, floor-to-ceiling windows).—
Sarah Bruning,
Travel + Leisure,
8 July 2025
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Each accommodation features a kitchen or kitchenette, a private terrace or patio, outdoor hot tub, indoor hand hammered copper tub, BBQ grill, pizza oven, and fire pit.—
Katie Kelly Bell,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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Across the stage, Healy consumes seven chew bars, three gels, and four and a half energy drink bottles.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
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Eerie voices seem to cry in the howling weather outside; the five figures draw close over their bottles and drams, wondering what might stand beyond the door.—
Helen Shaw,
New Yorker,
11 July 2025
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When camping in an open environment, select a campsite in a valley, ravine, or low region.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
1 July 2025
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Still, leaping over a 100-foot ravine with a baby clinging to your back seems like a daring choice.—
Skylar Knight,
Smithsonian Magazine,
27 June 2025
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Keep a bucket of water, hose or a fire extinguisher on hand.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
5 July 2025
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Seattle showed their veteran resiliency against the Atlanta Dream, holding off a late-game surge and sealing the win with a Skylar Diggins-Smith bucket.—
Devin Robertson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 July 2025
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Burgess Falls This park has a truly breathtaking sight that's worth a hike: four waterfalls that cascade down from more than 250 feet into a natural gorge.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
22 June 2025
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In addition to offering stunning river canyon views, the gorge is home to the highest concentration of waterfalls in the U.S. with ample opportunities to hike, bike, or even canoe or kayak.—
Mae Hamilton,
Travel + Leisure,
6 June 2025
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“Basin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/basin. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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