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
Install Multiple Houses Different species of native bees use nesting cavities of different sizes.
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Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Apr. 2026
Many communities have chosen to add fluoride to the tap water for decades, as a public health measure that is estimated to reduce cavities by around 25%.
—Pien Huang, NPR, 15 Apr. 2026
In natural lakes, good cover includes the rhizomes (root systems) of white water lily or open cavities within curtains of hardstem bulrush.
—Cory Schmidt, Outdoor Life, 15 Apr. 2026
Because of its beneficial effects, fluoride is added to some dental products, such as toothpaste, to help prevent cavities.
—Youri Benadjaoud, ABC News, 14 Apr. 2026
Water fluoridation has been heralded as one of the top public health initiatives of the last century for its ability to fight cavities.
—Kaan Ozcan, NBC news, 13 Apr. 2026
Spraying upward forces water behind siding and into wall cavities.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2026
Medical organizations like the American Dental Association criticized the move in certain states to ban the mineral, which helps prevent cavities and strengthens teeth.
—Sara Moniuszko, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2026
That’s exactly where most cavities develop, says Nguyen.
—Anne Ewbank, Popular Science, 1 Apr. 2026
Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Apr. 2026
Many communities have chosen to add fluoride to the tap water for decades, as a public health measure that is estimated to reduce cavities by around 25%.
—Pien Huang, NPR, 15 Apr. 2026
In natural lakes, good cover includes the rhizomes (root systems) of white water lily or open cavities within curtains of hardstem bulrush.
—Cory Schmidt, Outdoor Life, 15 Apr. 2026
Because of its beneficial effects, fluoride is added to some dental products, such as toothpaste, to help prevent cavities.
—Youri Benadjaoud, ABC News, 14 Apr. 2026
Water fluoridation has been heralded as one of the top public health initiatives of the last century for its ability to fight cavities.
—Kaan Ozcan, NBC news, 13 Apr. 2026
Spraying upward forces water behind siding and into wall cavities.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2026
Medical organizations like the American Dental Association criticized the move in certain states to ban the mineral, which helps prevent cavities and strengthens teeth.
—Sara Moniuszko, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2026
That’s exactly where most cavities develop, says Nguyen.
—Anne Ewbank, Popular Science, 1 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cavities
Noun
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Round pegs found round holes all over the pitch.—
Jack Pitt-Brooke,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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This is because poor soil or weak drainage—like using pots without drainage holes, one of many common mistakes of growing tomatoes in containers—can lead to root rot, nutrient deficiencies, and stunted growth, Omelchenko says.—
Michelle Mastro,
The Spruce,
19 Apr. 2026
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Protective bumpers on the front and back help guard against scratches and dents, while four smooth-rolling wheels keep things moving effortlessly through crowded terminals.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Apr. 2026
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Inspectors will seek out all sidewalk cracks that are at least half an inch tall or more than an inch wide and all dents and defects that are two inches wide and one inch deep, according to the staff report.—
Daniel Lempres,
Sacbee.com,
7 Apr. 2026
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There is no federal safety standard for hydrogen sulfide except for workers at sites where the risk is extreme, such as wastewater treatment plants or manure pits.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Additional festivities at the inaugural Barkchella include a make-your-own bandana station, a friendship bracelet crafting area, art for sale from Ohana Aura, apparel from Duvin and a chill zone away from the energy of the stage with fire pits and a teepee for relaxing.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Cavities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cavities. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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