curraghs

variants or currachs
Definition of curraghsnext
plural of curragh
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Noun
  • The Kayak Point name derives from a small area being carved out to launch a potential access point on Salt Creek for kayaks and canoes.
    Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 16 May 2026
  • Adapted from Native American dugout vessels, log canoes were made to suit fishermen who relied on speed to receive the best pay for their catches.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
Noun
  • The United States charged Castro with conspiring to kill Americans in an attack against civilian pilots who were trying to rescue people fleeing Cuba on rafts, acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced at a Wednesday news conference.
    Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 20 May 2026
  • The organization had become well known across South Florida for flying missions over the Florida Straits searching for Cubans attempting to flee the island on makeshift rafts and boats.
    Hank Tester, CBS News, 20 May 2026
Noun
  • Those who make the quick journey are rewarded by three miles of pristine shoreline covered with shells, including calico scallops, sand dollars, moon snail shells, and lightning whelks.
    Gabi De la Rosa, Southern Living, 17 May 2026
  • Launching at the end of the month, the capsule collection will include two styles of sandals embellished with beads and shells and matching necklaces, available to purchase separately.
    Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
Noun
  • Etienne was a bit lackluster in both return gigs last year, so maybe Dillon could be some competition on kickoffs.
    Mike Kaye Updated May 20, Charlotte Observer, 20 May 2026
  • Other bands like the Talking Heads, the Weirdos, the Heartbreakers, Television, and Richard Hell and the Voidoids appear on ads for gigs at legendary venues including CBGB and Max’s Kansas City.
    Siran Babayan, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
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“Curraghs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curraghs. Accessed 23 May. 2026.

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