as in offshore
of, relating to, or situated in the waters near the shore
in the summer, coastal traffic is significantly increased by pods of weekend yachtsmen
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Recent Examples of coastal
Today, Long Island remains a blend of suburban life, coastal culture, and historic estates while also facing challenges of rising seas and housing affordability.
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JSTOR Daily, 18 Oct. 2025
The southern half of the country -- from Southern California through much of Texas, the exterior Southeast and the coastal Mid-Atlantic -- will possibly see drier conditions than what is average for winter.
—ABC News, 18 Oct. 2025
These mammals are found across North America, residing in every kind of habitat from hardwood forests to coastal plains to swamps.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2025
In addition to the coastal freeway, officials said Southern California rail service along the route, which runs from San Diego to Los Angeles, would also be disrupted in the afternoon.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 18 Oct. 2025
Several Republican-leaning coastal counties would be added to the 1st district, while Democratic-leaning counties including Pitt, Wilson, Wayne and Greene — Davis’ home county — would become part of the 3rd District.
—Alia Shoaib, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025
There were other potential concerns, such as coastal erosion or the risk of triggering unexploded mines from WWII, but these seem tiny compared to the excavation issue.
—Big Think, 17 Oct. 2025
Among the greatest dangers faced in coastal marshes is sinking.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 17 Oct. 2025
São Paulo is also a gateway to exploring the surrounding areas, including Santos and Guarujá, two coastal cities, and Campos do Jordão, a popular mountain town.
—AFAR Media, 17 Oct. 2025
JSTOR Daily, 18 Oct. 2025
The southern half of the country -- from Southern California through much of Texas, the exterior Southeast and the coastal Mid-Atlantic -- will possibly see drier conditions than what is average for winter.
—ABC News, 18 Oct. 2025
These mammals are found across North America, residing in every kind of habitat from hardwood forests to coastal plains to swamps.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2025
In addition to the coastal freeway, officials said Southern California rail service along the route, which runs from San Diego to Los Angeles, would also be disrupted in the afternoon.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 18 Oct. 2025
Several Republican-leaning coastal counties would be added to the 1st district, while Democratic-leaning counties including Pitt, Wilson, Wayne and Greene — Davis’ home county — would become part of the 3rd District.
—Alia Shoaib, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025
There were other potential concerns, such as coastal erosion or the risk of triggering unexploded mines from WWII, but these seem tiny compared to the excavation issue.
—Big Think, 17 Oct. 2025
Among the greatest dangers faced in coastal marshes is sinking.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 17 Oct. 2025
São Paulo is also a gateway to exploring the surrounding areas, including Santos and Guarujá, two coastal cities, and Campos do Jordão, a popular mountain town.
—AFAR Media, 17 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coastal
offshore
Adjective
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This output can supply remote islands, offshore platforms or coastal energy networks.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Oct. 2025
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The multiple blackjack and roulette tables and slot machines start operating once the ship is offshore.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
18 Oct. 2025
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“Coastal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coastal. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.
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