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as in brooks
a natural body of running water smaller than a river
the shallow creek that runs in back of our house
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as in estuaries
chiefly British
a part of a body of water that extends beyond the general shoreline
explored many of the creeks along the Cornwall coast of England
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Recent Examples of creeks
Local governments across the Hill Country have also reported rising water levels Monday morning as heavy rain continued to push creeks and streams out of their banks.
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Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 15 June 2026
Removing dirt from creeks crossed by firefighting equipment.
—Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 15 June 2026
Locally heavy rain will quickly reduce visibility and result in ponding of water on roadways, standing water in low lying areas, and minor flooding of creeks, streams, and areas of poor drainage.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 14 June 2026
Wagner proposed the alternative of the pilot involving the two south county creeks gathering more information and conducting additional studies before considering a countywide phase out plan in a year’s time.
—Claire Wang, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
Police and fire rescue experts say this is also serves a reminder to always wear personal flotation devices in and around rivers, creeks, ditches and lakes.
—Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 4 June 2026
Little creeks meandered from lake to lake and through patches of lush grassy meadows and swamps, while the trail followed the higher ground covered with spruce.
—Anton Money, Outdoor Life, 4 June 2026
The ranch has senior water rights, ponds, creeks and aquatic systems.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 3 June 2026
In Sunnyvale, stormwater flows into local creeks and the bay without treatment.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 31 May 2026
Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 15 June 2026
Removing dirt from creeks crossed by firefighting equipment.
—Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 15 June 2026
Locally heavy rain will quickly reduce visibility and result in ponding of water on roadways, standing water in low lying areas, and minor flooding of creeks, streams, and areas of poor drainage.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 14 June 2026
Wagner proposed the alternative of the pilot involving the two south county creeks gathering more information and conducting additional studies before considering a countywide phase out plan in a year’s time.
—Claire Wang, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
Police and fire rescue experts say this is also serves a reminder to always wear personal flotation devices in and around rivers, creeks, ditches and lakes.
—Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 4 June 2026
Little creeks meandered from lake to lake and through patches of lush grassy meadows and swamps, while the trail followed the higher ground covered with spruce.
—Anton Money, Outdoor Life, 4 June 2026
The ranch has senior water rights, ponds, creeks and aquatic systems.
—Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 3 June 2026
In Sunnyvale, stormwater flows into local creeks and the bay without treatment.
—Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 31 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for creeks
Noun
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Insects drone over running brooks.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
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The property, which features lush greenery and old-growth trees set among babbling brooks and water features, is open to the public, and the gardens have served as a popular spot for weddings over the decades in addition to an annual Mother’s Day tea that Weston said attracts hundreds each year.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 Sep. 2025
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The North Carolina Estuarium is another highlight, with Pamlico River tours as well as 200 exhibits on estuaries and coastal rivers.—
Caroline Eubanks,
Travel + Leisure,
4 June 2026
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Marco Island Adjacent to the Everglades National Park and nearly 100 miles of undeveloped islands, bays, and estuaries, Marco Island is a sheller's paradise.—
Gabi De la Rosa,
Southern Living,
17 May 2026
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At their smallest, marine heat waves can inundate local bays and coves with hotter-than-normal water for a few days or weeks.—
Dillon Amaya,
The Conversation,
12 June 2026
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An old stable and its courtyard have been converted into a coffee shop and gallery, while hidden bays include a historic pier and boathouse.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
11 June 2026
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At their smallest, marine heat waves can inundate local bays and coves with hotter-than-normal water for a few days or weeks.—
Dillon Amaya,
The Conversation,
12 June 2026
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Discover the dramatic red cliffs of Praia da Falésia, one of Portugal's most beautiful beaches, and choose between the wild surf in Arrifana or calm seas in the coves near Carvoeiro.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
10 June 2026
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“Creeks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/creeks. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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