as in caverns
a naturally formed underground chamber with an opening to the surface
Kentucky's Mammoth Cave is actually a series of large chambers on five levels
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Recent Examples of caves
Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026
Across Colorado and beyond, a new wave of offbeat adventures is answering that call — from sleeping in treetops and caves to hiking alongside llamas and rolling your bed out under the night sky for al fresco stargazing snuggled under the covers.
—Brittany Anas, Denver Post, 10 June 2026
Those distinct experiences, Gunver explained, include surf culture along Pacific Beach, animal watching at La Jolla Cove, and fantastic kayaking in the nearby sea caves.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 8 June 2026
Host Rachel Holt goes behind the counter and into the cheese caves with one of the area's most acclaimed cheese directors, exploring what sets this gourmet institution apart.
—Rachel Holt, CBS News, 7 June 2026
The town attracts large numbers of laborers who work in large gold mines with muddy pools of gold deposits, narrow pits and caves.
—Justin Kabumba, Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2026
Exploring the caves of Phang Nga Bay by kayak is another memorable highlight.
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 6 June 2026
In December 2017, Said took some of his executives on a corporate retreat on the Iranian island of Qeshm, a fishing community with salt caves, mangrove forests, and dramatic canyons.
—Bozorgmehr Sharafedin, The Atlantic, 1 June 2026
Lured by life-changing payouts, prospectors are taking even more extreme risks by entering deep, unreinforced caves and pits – even in the treacherous rainy season.
—Kocha Olarn, CNN Money, 30 May 2026
Noun
Additionally, the Gri Gri Lagoon’s one-of-a-kind boat tour through natural mangrove tunnels lets visitors admire the area's biodiversity before reaching impressive cliffs and hidden caves in the sea.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026
Across Colorado and beyond, a new wave of offbeat adventures is answering that call — from sleeping in treetops and caves to hiking alongside llamas and rolling your bed out under the night sky for al fresco stargazing snuggled under the covers.
—Brittany Anas, Denver Post, 10 June 2026
Those distinct experiences, Gunver explained, include surf culture along Pacific Beach, animal watching at La Jolla Cove, and fantastic kayaking in the nearby sea caves.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 8 June 2026
Host Rachel Holt goes behind the counter and into the cheese caves with one of the area's most acclaimed cheese directors, exploring what sets this gourmet institution apart.
—Rachel Holt, CBS News, 7 June 2026
The town attracts large numbers of laborers who work in large gold mines with muddy pools of gold deposits, narrow pits and caves.
—Justin Kabumba, Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2026
Exploring the caves of Phang Nga Bay by kayak is another memorable highlight.
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 6 June 2026
In December 2017, Said took some of his executives on a corporate retreat on the Iranian island of Qeshm, a fishing community with salt caves, mangrove forests, and dramatic canyons.
—Bozorgmehr Sharafedin, The Atlantic, 1 June 2026
Lured by life-changing payouts, prospectors are taking even more extreme risks by entering deep, unreinforced caves and pits – even in the treacherous rainy season.
—Kocha Olarn, CNN Money, 30 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for caves
Noun
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Travelers can also enjoy nearby cenotes, natural swimming holes often found inside limestone caverns, and explore the Yucatán region’s iconic Mayan ruins.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
2 June 2026
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Water is a constant threat The men became trapped during an expedition to find gold within the cramped and muddy underground caverns.—
Kocha Olarn,
CNN Money,
1 June 2026
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The Philadelphia Police Department's Homicide Unit is investigating the killing, and asks that anyone with information calls 215-686-3334 or submits an anonymous tip by calling or texting 215-686-TIPS (8477).—
Alexandra Simon,
CBS News,
7 June 2026
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Anyone who submits a bingo card will be entered into a gift card giveaway.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
6 June 2026
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Boats depart from here for island tours, including to the famous Blue Grotto and other smaller grottoes and coves.—
Elizabeth Heath,
Travel + Leisure,
2 June 2026
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For Reykjavik native Gulla Jónsdóttir, the Aurora Borealis phenomena, molten-red erupting volcanoes, black sand shores and hot water grottoes were part of everyday life growing up.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
8 May 2026
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High oil prices caused by the war with Iran already have sent inflation higher, which increases not only bills for households but also yields in the bond market.—
Stan Choe,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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High oil prices caused by the war with Iran have already sent inflation higher, which increases not only bills for households but also yields in the bond market.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 June 2026
Verb
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After Jamie Gittens overruns the ball, Jorrel Hato picks up the pieces and reworks the move out wide to Cole Palmer.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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Pythons are constrictors, known to grip prey in their jaws, coil around it, then squeeze until the victim capitulates.—
Mark Price,
Miami Herald,
11 Aug. 2025
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“Caves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/caves. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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