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Recent Examples of Synonyms for distributaries
Noun
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Many Maryland watermen have been stuck on land for weeks because parts of the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries remain frozen over, leaving some oystermen out of work during peak season.—
Caroline Foreback,
CBS News,
9 Feb. 2026 -
Several smaller tributaries across the region float into the Drina, all carrying their portion of the garbage.—
Eldar Emric,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Since 1989, the water provider has recruited fishy friends to feast on the aquatic plants that would otherwise choke the canals.—
Sarah Henry,
AZCentral.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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The architecture and art Biennales, the annual film festival, the city itself, with its winding canals and Gothic buildings—all of it feels targeted at like-minded travelers who prioritize artistry and craft when booking a trip.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
9 Feb. 2026
Noun
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On that note, the ACRC survey reported that 52% of affluents were disappointed with the options presented by luxury brands.—
Pamela N. Danziger,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The fish keep the 131-mile maze of waterways clear for the millions of residents who depend on it for water.—
Sarah Henry,
AZCentral.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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The river and many waterways in Maryland had been frozen due to the aftermath of Winter Storm Fern, Maryland's biggest winter storm in a decade.—
Andrew Adeolu,
CBS News,
13 Feb. 2026
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At the same time, there are riparian natives — those that grow along watercourses — which may need regular attention in terms of water needs for many years after planting.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Distributaries.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/distributaries. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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