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
Rachel Carson’s contributions to our understanding of nature as both environmental home and habitat, whose balance must be protected and preserved, led her to a lifetime’s study of and writing about the oceans, coastlines, and lands of the United States.
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Literary Hub, 8 June 2026
From sun‑soaked coastlines to fast‑growing global cities, Hilton is set to see expansive growth in Greece, with the opening of four hotels this season across Athens, Corfu, Santorini and Crete which marks a major moment for the company in one of Europe’s most in‑demand destinations.
—Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
Trails weave through medieval castles, moorland and rugged coastlines.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 4 June 2026
Northumberland, in the United Kingdom, weaves trails through medieval sites — castles, moorland and rugged coastlines.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 4 June 2026
Let a few spritzes of Wake transport you to the shallow, rocky coastlines where sea moss grows.
—Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 3 June 2026
Dreams of traveling the Mediterranean are often filled with picturesque towns resting on sandy beaches that blend into turquoise waters along the stunning coastlines of Greece, Italy, Spain, and France.
—Joe Baur, Travel + Leisure, 3 June 2026
The kingdom last month raised production rebates to as much as 60% — among the most generous in the world — to attract filmmakers to its coastlines, deserts, mountains, and rapidly transforming cities.
—Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 2 June 2026
The event also supports WILDCOAST’s programs to conserve wild coastlines and wildlife in California and beyond.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 June 2026
Literary Hub, 8 June 2026
From sun‑soaked coastlines to fast‑growing global cities, Hilton is set to see expansive growth in Greece, with the opening of four hotels this season across Athens, Corfu, Santorini and Crete which marks a major moment for the company in one of Europe’s most in‑demand destinations.
—Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
Trails weave through medieval castles, moorland and rugged coastlines.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 4 June 2026
Northumberland, in the United Kingdom, weaves trails through medieval sites — castles, moorland and rugged coastlines.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 4 June 2026
Let a few spritzes of Wake transport you to the shallow, rocky coastlines where sea moss grows.
—Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 3 June 2026
Dreams of traveling the Mediterranean are often filled with picturesque towns resting on sandy beaches that blend into turquoise waters along the stunning coastlines of Greece, Italy, Spain, and France.
—Joe Baur, Travel + Leisure, 3 June 2026
The kingdom last month raised production rebates to as much as 60% — among the most generous in the world — to attract filmmakers to its coastlines, deserts, mountains, and rapidly transforming cities.
—Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 2 June 2026
The event also supports WILDCOAST’s programs to conserve wild coastlines and wildlife in California and beyond.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 June 2026
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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Set on the shores of Oʻahu in Honolulu, the memorial invites visitors to reflect on the sacrifice of the lost service members.—
Alia Beard Rau,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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Final details have yet to be released, but the Q7 and SQ7 are expected to arrive on our shores before the end of the year.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
10 June 2026
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La Romana's proximity to the pristine beaches of Saona Island and Catalina Island, two hidden islets that are easily accessible by boat, make this destination a must-see for travelers looking to explore beyond the typical tourist routes.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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On the second day of the swell hitting the Southern California coast, waves of 15 feet were seen at south-facing beaches and even greater than 20 feet at the Wedge in Newport Beach.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
11 June 2026
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“Coastlines.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coastlines. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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