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billabongs

noun

plural of billabong, Australian

as in puddles

a small often deep body of water taking a break from our trek through the outback, we bathed our tired feet in the still waters of a billabong

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The drainage system had to empty the pool in less than 24 hours without leaving puddles.

— Jennifer Tucker, The Conversation, 7 Aug. 2026
These tiny insects lay their eggs in small puddles of standing water indoors and out.

— Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of puddles

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In the world of Dune, the suit transforms the sweat into drinking water; but in the Mexican desert, the sweat just pools, sticks to my skin and runs down my arms.

— Kyle Maclachlan, HollywoodReporter, 29 Sep. 2026
Some other highlights on the ship include dedicated mojito and champagne bars, multiple pools, and the chance to play Deal or No Deal at sea.

— Megan duBois, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of pools

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Generations ago, the Central Valley was a vast expanse of lush meadows, wetlands and lakes fed by melting Sierra Nevada snow.

— Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 26 Sep. 2026
Centered around the scenic Highway 30A corridor, the area is home to a unique ecosystem of 15 rare coastal dune lakes.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026

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