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
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.
—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
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
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
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cavities
Noun
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That can leave known security holes sitting open.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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As the underground limestone dissolves, cracks and holes are created, which eventually cause the ground above to collapse.—
Martin E. Comas,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 June 2026
Noun
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In addition to the two smaller punctures, there were also dents and creases.—
Jesse Zanger,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
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From there, observe any dents, soft spots or cracks.—
Alexandra Frost,
USA Today,
25 May 2026
Noun
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Gas and propane fire pits are a better investment than fire pits that burn solid fuel.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
10 June 2026
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The building will have three, central, connected courtyards with outdoor seating, a swimming pool, fire pits and barbecues.—
Phil Diehl,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
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“Cavities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cavities. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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