as in coasts
the land adjacent to a body of water
The state has mainly rocky coastline and few beaches. The plane flew along the eastern coastline.
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Recent Examples of coastlines
In addition to preserving natural ecosystems and the sustainable fisheries that depend on them, reefs may help to protect coastlines from storms and floods, which will become ever more urgent as climate change and rising sea levels give rise to more dangerous storms.
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JSTOR Daily, 31 Oct. 2025
For decades, the Algarve has been beloved for its endless sunny days and dramatic coastlines with its picturesque beaches, craggy cliffs, and hidden caves.
—Chadner Navarro, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2025
Earthquakes have reshaped coastlines, triggered deadly tsunamis, and altered history.
—Amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025
Originally known as The Clouds, the stately home overlooked what has become one of Barbados’ most luxurious coastlines.
—Kate Van Dyke, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2025
The latest strikes raised particular concerns in Colombia, which has coastlines on both the Caribbean and Pacific.
—Franco Ordoñez, NPR, 24 Oct. 2025
Sunseekers know all about the attractions of Turkey’s Aegean and Mediterranean coastlines, but the Black Sea coast in the country’s northeast offers a milder climate, spectacular scenery, architectural treasures and adventure travel without the crowds.
—Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2025
And that would be just the first act before the collapse of the entire ice sheet, which could raise seas 5 meters and redraw the world’s coastlines.
—Evan Howell, Quanta Magazine, 20 Oct. 2025
Mangrove ecosystems are essential for coastlines because of their ability to provide shelter for animals, prevent erosion of the coast, protect against storms and filter pollutants from the water, according to The Nature Conservancy.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 16 Oct. 2025
JSTOR Daily, 31 Oct. 2025
For decades, the Algarve has been beloved for its endless sunny days and dramatic coastlines with its picturesque beaches, craggy cliffs, and hidden caves.
—Chadner Navarro, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2025
Earthquakes have reshaped coastlines, triggered deadly tsunamis, and altered history.
—Amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025
Originally known as The Clouds, the stately home overlooked what has become one of Barbados’ most luxurious coastlines.
—Kate Van Dyke, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2025
The latest strikes raised particular concerns in Colombia, which has coastlines on both the Caribbean and Pacific.
—Franco Ordoñez, NPR, 24 Oct. 2025
Sunseekers know all about the attractions of Turkey’s Aegean and Mediterranean coastlines, but the Black Sea coast in the country’s northeast offers a milder climate, spectacular scenery, architectural treasures and adventure travel without the crowds.
—Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2025
And that would be just the first act before the collapse of the entire ice sheet, which could raise seas 5 meters and redraw the world’s coastlines.
—Evan Howell, Quanta Magazine, 20 Oct. 2025
Mangrove ecosystems are essential for coastlines because of their ability to provide shelter for animals, prevent erosion of the coast, protect against storms and filter pollutants from the water, according to The Nature Conservancy.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 16 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coastlines
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Beach Hazards Statements remain in effect for the Oregon north, central, and southern coasts, as well as the south Washington coast.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Oct. 2025
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Perched on the European shores of the Bosphorus, the Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul is the only Ottoman imperial palace transformed into a luxury hotel.—
Susmita Baral,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Oct. 2025
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Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore on the shores of Lake Michigan features miles of sand beach, lush forests, clear inland lakes, unique flora and fauna, towering bluffs, an island lighthouse, coastal villages, picturesque farmsteads and more.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
24 Oct. 2025
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Oahu offers travelers much more beyond its stunning beaches and natural splendor, or even the must-do tourist activities like attending a luau or visiting Pearl Harbor.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
3 Nov. 2025
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The program is organized by the fire brigade and provides educational and recreational activities for around 5,000 youngsters from ages 7 to 17 at a number of beaches in the state.—
Simon Perry,
PEOPLE,
3 Nov. 2025
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“Coastlines.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coastlines. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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