as in holes
a sunken area forming a separate space
a cavity in the lawn where a tree stump had been removed
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Recent Examples of cavities
Dentists can also sometimes stop cavities with fluoride varnishes and prevent them with dental sealants, which were once recommended only for children, Fontana said.
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The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2026
The buttons along the earcups are also more distinct, and the microphone grilles have been redesigned from the usual mesh cavities to larger holes that appear to punch directly through the earcup chassis.
—Jess Weatherbed, The Verge, 18 May 2026
After the family moved out for a second time, an industrial hygienist discovered high levels of lead and other metals in the house’s HVAC system, crawl space, attic and wall cavities.
—Aarne Heikkila, NBC news, 14 May 2026
But cavities were a rare issue for Neanderthals, based on numerous studies of their teeth.
—Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 13 May 2026
In this case, researchers designed a lattice that initially had no usable cavities for water storage.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 12 May 2026
Brilliant knots of newborn stars, dark rivers of dust and glowing cavities carved by stellar winds combine to create a vivid portrait of galaxies in constant motion.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 11 May 2026
Some cavities were intentionally left hollow, while others were filled with materials like gelatin or foam.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
Plug cavities with dirt, sand or foam so rainwater can’t pool inside.
—Ryan Brennan
april 30, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2026
The buttons along the earcups are also more distinct, and the microphone grilles have been redesigned from the usual mesh cavities to larger holes that appear to punch directly through the earcup chassis.
—Jess Weatherbed, The Verge, 18 May 2026
After the family moved out for a second time, an industrial hygienist discovered high levels of lead and other metals in the house’s HVAC system, crawl space, attic and wall cavities.
—Aarne Heikkila, NBC news, 14 May 2026
But cavities were a rare issue for Neanderthals, based on numerous studies of their teeth.
—Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 13 May 2026
In this case, researchers designed a lattice that initially had no usable cavities for water storage.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 12 May 2026
Brilliant knots of newborn stars, dark rivers of dust and glowing cavities carved by stellar winds combine to create a vivid portrait of galaxies in constant motion.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 11 May 2026
Some cavities were intentionally left hollow, while others were filled with materials like gelatin or foam.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
Plug cavities with dirt, sand or foam so rainwater can’t pool inside.
—Ryan Brennan
april 30, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cavities
Noun
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Russell Henley birdied the final four holes, including in a sudden death playoff, to win the PGA Tour’s Charles Schwab Challenge on Sunday at Colonial Country Club.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 May 2026
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At least one watchdog group warned the legislation could poke more holes into the property tax base for very large developers across the state, not just the Bears.—
Jeremy Gorner,
Chicago Tribune,
30 May 2026
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Ideal for dressers, doors, desks, and even hardwood floors, the kit includes six markers for surface-level touchups in shades like cherry, walnut, and mahogany, plus six wax sticks to fill deeper dents and gouges.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 May 2026
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From there, observe any dents, soft spots or cracks.—
Alexandra Frost,
USA Today,
25 May 2026
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In a third and final scenario — the one designed to test insight — the team moved the flower from the floor to the ceiling, just above one of four pits shaped to accommodate the ball.—
Jacopo Prisco,
CNN Money,
4 June 2026
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More generally, cottonmouths have broad heads and dark stripes that run through their eyes, as well as deep facial pits between their eyes and nostrils.—
Sarah Perkel,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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“Cavities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cavities. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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