as in aqueducts
an open man-made passageway for water
the Panama Canal opened a much easier and shorter passageway from the Atlantic to the Pacific
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Recent Examples of canals
They are typically found in shallow ponds, swamps, canals, reservoirs, lakes and rivers.
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Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 28 May 2026
These are fast disappearing, however, as humans drain them for development, dredge canals in them for the oil and gas industry and construct river levees, depriving them of the sediments that stop them being submerged.
—Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 25 May 2026
During heavy rain events the pumps will shoot water from the western upstream parts of the canals to the downstream sections.
—Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 23 May 2026
Treviso offers canals, medieval architecture, markets, museums, and easy access to Venice without the same crowds.
—Erica Firpo, Travel + Leisure, 21 May 2026
Travelers can explore lighthouses, canals and cultural landmarks across the Great Lakes region on one unforgettable trip.
—Victoria E. Freile, USA Today, 20 May 2026
Guests will also have the chance to step off the train to explore the canals of Venice, walk the vibrant streets of Budapest, or visit the charming squares of Brașov.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 19 May 2026
It can also be released by cooking fats and oils at high temperatures, and has been found in water produced by oil and gas operations and is an ingredient in some pesticides used in irrigation canals.
—Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
In Rotterdam, the design referenced canals and bridges.
—Christine Mortag, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 May 2026
Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 28 May 2026
These are fast disappearing, however, as humans drain them for development, dredge canals in them for the oil and gas industry and construct river levees, depriving them of the sediments that stop them being submerged.
—Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 25 May 2026
During heavy rain events the pumps will shoot water from the western upstream parts of the canals to the downstream sections.
—Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 23 May 2026
Treviso offers canals, medieval architecture, markets, museums, and easy access to Venice without the same crowds.
—Erica Firpo, Travel + Leisure, 21 May 2026
Travelers can explore lighthouses, canals and cultural landmarks across the Great Lakes region on one unforgettable trip.
—Victoria E. Freile, USA Today, 20 May 2026
Guests will also have the chance to step off the train to explore the canals of Venice, walk the vibrant streets of Budapest, or visit the charming squares of Brașov.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 19 May 2026
It can also be released by cooking fats and oils at high temperatures, and has been found in water produced by oil and gas operations and is an ingredient in some pesticides used in irrigation canals.
—Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
In Rotterdam, the design referenced canals and bridges.
—Christine Mortag, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for canals
Noun
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Despite the dilapidated state, the couple fell in love with its ancient olive trees, a creek and a network of aqueducts winding through the fields.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
22 May 2026
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The rolling landscape, nestled between a nature preserve and a cattle ranch, had silvery groves of ancient olive trees, a meandering creek, and a network of antique aqueducts snaking through the fields.—
Ingrid Abramovitch,
Architectural Digest,
22 May 2026
Noun
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In actuality, the term refers to the trace levels of cocaine and its breakdown products that exist in waterways.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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The program, developed by the Department of Public Works’ Watershed Protection and Restoration Office, raises awareness and support for protecting natural resources by encouraging visitors to scenic local waterways.—
Aegis,
Baltimore Sun,
29 May 2026
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“Canals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/canals. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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