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Recent Examples of coral reef
As this heatwave persisted, the authors tracked the health of 52,356 wild and restored Acropora coral colonies across the 350-mile length of Florida's coral reef.
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Doyle Rice, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
In addition to her fashion business, Doble serves as an ambassador for Project Zero, leading initiatives focused on coral reef conservation and sustainable fashion practices.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2025
Beachgoers rave about its vibrant coral reef, which allows for exceptional snorkeling experiences.
—Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 22 Oct. 2025
Until the 1970s, the island had an offshore coral reef.
—Greg Allen, NPR, 21 Oct. 2025
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Doyle Rice, USA Today, 24 Oct. 2025
In addition to her fashion business, Doble serves as an ambassador for Project Zero, leading initiatives focused on coral reef conservation and sustainable fashion practices.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2025
Beachgoers rave about its vibrant coral reef, which allows for exceptional snorkeling experiences.
—Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 22 Oct. 2025
Until the 1970s, the island had an offshore coral reef.
—Greg Allen, NPR, 21 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for coral reef
barrier reef
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The fourth-largest barrier reef in the world, Anegada's Horseshoe Reef draws beginner snorkelers and dedicated divers to colorful corals hiding sublime marine life.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Jan. 2026
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Grace Bay consistently ranks among the world’s most beautiful beaches, partly because a barrier reef a mile offshore keeps the waters calm and free of swells.—
Vanita Salisbury,
AFAR Media,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Coral reef.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coral%20reef. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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