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
The extra saliva helps rinse away food particles and bacteria that can contribute to cavities, making gum a useful addition to your travel routine.
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Brittany Anas,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Hummingbirds do not nest in cavities, choosing to build their tiny nests in trees and shrubs instead.
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Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
10 June 2026
The process begins with a femtosecond laser cutting GaN dielets from a wafer and drilling precise cavities into the diamond substrate.
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Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
8 June 2026
The bees will form a temporary cluster, hanging out while scouts search the surrounding area for a more permanent home in hollow spaces like tree cavities or, occasionally, the walls of a home.
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Madeline Bartos,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
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.
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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.
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Aarne Heikkila,
NBC news,
14 May 2026
But cavities were a rare issue for Neanderthals, based on numerous studies of their teeth.
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Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
13 May 2026
Brittany Anas,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Hummingbirds do not nest in cavities, choosing to build their tiny nests in trees and shrubs instead.
—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
10 June 2026
The process begins with a femtosecond laser cutting GaN dielets from a wafer and drilling precise cavities into the diamond substrate.
—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
8 June 2026
The bees will form a temporary cluster, hanging out while scouts search the surrounding area for a more permanent home in hollow spaces like tree cavities or, occasionally, the walls of a home.
—
Madeline Bartos,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
Dentists can also sometimes stop cavities with fluoride varnishes and prevent them with dental sealants, which were once recommended only for children, Fontana said.
—
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cavities
Noun
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After shooting 1-over 71 on Saturday, James made bogey on his final two holes and finished Sunday’s final round at 3-over 73.
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On a building near where the shooting occurred, bullet holes were seen on its facade, including a crack in an apartment window.
Noun
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Watch for dents, broken springs, or light coming through, as these can strain parts and lead to bigger issues.
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That French idiom about having long teeth — les dents longues — can have negative connotations about a person’s ambitious streak.
Noun
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Areas such as crawl spaces, sump pump pits, utility cellars and under-porch areas can be hotter than outside air, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
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Bordeaux Wine Bar, Enumclaw, Washington – A favorite neighborhood hangout, this indoor/outdoor wine bar is known for warm fire pits in the winter months and a large selection of Northwest wines, along with a seasonal food menu.
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“Cavities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cavities. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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