as in position
an assignment at which one regularly works for pay
found a berth at a travel agency
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Recent Examples of berth
Christa Swanson, CBS News, 11 June 2026
This year’s schedule features games against seven schools that qualified for the NCAA Tournament and four teams that earned berths in the College Basketball Crown Championship and the National Invitation Tournament.
—Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 June 2026
Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 29 Mar. 2026
Another 57 containers were reported damaged after the ship berthed at the Port of Long Beach.
—Cierra Morgan, Los Angeles Times, 19 Mar. 2026
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Noun
Payton has been the Broncos' head coach since 2023, leading the team to an average of 11 wins per season and clinching playoff berths in 2024 and 2025.
—Christa Swanson, CBS News, 11 June 2026
This year’s schedule features games against seven schools that qualified for the NCAA Tournament and four teams that earned berths in the College Basketball Crown Championship and the National Invitation Tournament.
—Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 June 2026
Verb
Each needs to be berthed, unloaded and reloaded, refueled and repositioned as well as piloted in and out of a complex harbor.
—Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 29 Mar. 2026
Another 57 containers were reported damaged after the ship berthed at the Port of Long Beach.
—Cierra Morgan, Los Angeles Times, 19 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for berth
Noun
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Earlier this year, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed that his forces had captured a Russian position using only drones and robots for the first time, and had conducted more than 22,000 unmanned ground missions using robots in just the first three months of 2026.—
Lauren Kent,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Is that enough to force Roberts into the uncomfortable position of picking one of his aces over another, like a father picking one of his sons over another?—
Bill Shaikin,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2026
Verb
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Evans said things took a turn for the worse in Manila where almost 100 British prisoners died while the ship docked for more than a month after encountering engine problems.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
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The ship docks close to town, public transport is nearby, and the main sights can be reached on foot.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
Noun
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After the army, Snowden worked briefly as a security guard before landing a job in the global communications division at the CIA.—
Lynsey Eidell,
PEOPLE,
14 June 2026
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Washington — While millions of Americans are struggling to find jobs in a tough labor market, healthcare is emerging as a lifeline for career changers.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
Verb
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Mighty ice breakers moored in their summer slumber are the only reminder of the bitter Baltic winters.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
10 June 2026
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Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority For those staying on island seasonally, or just as likely moored around it—the majority Brits, Germans, Dutch and Americans—there’s a sweet spot around April and May when the Atlantic storms are at their quietest.—
Duncan Madden,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Passing through foundational landmarks like Hebron and Jerusalem, the Route 66-style initiative aims to bring Scripture to life while firmly anchoring the nation's ancient Jewish identity against attempts to erase biblical history.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2026
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Indonesian content’s cross-border reach is narrower and anchored in horror, with the Philippines as the primary destination via Netflix.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
18 June 2026
Verb
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Some Iranian American soccer fans have also said the team is currently tied up in politics.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
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That includes the possibility of a floating fuel barge sending out refueling vessels to cruise ships tied up at the port.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
15 June 2026
Verb
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The shade is ideal for bold yet grounded spaces, working well as an accent or statement color in kitchens, bedrooms, and rustic or botanical designs.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2026
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If a relative resists a change, stay grounded by explaining the why in plain words and by offering to handle the heavier task.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 June 2026
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“Berth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/berth. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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