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Noun
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The river flows from tributaries in the Greensboro area to the Atlantic Ocean.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
23 Apr. 2026 -
The property has over a mile of frontage along the Fall River and controls the Spring and Lava creek tributaries.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The tour kicked off in Milan last month, where the boat navigated the Navigli canals from April 21 to 26, coinciding with Design Week.—
Stephen Garner,
Footwear News,
3 May 2026
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Many downtown streets were once canals, a tradition that continues in the rural fringes.—
Megan Janetsky,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 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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North Carolina’s many waterways provide ample breeding opportunities.—
Eva Flowe
May 8,
Charlotte Observer,
8 May 2026
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The Dewberry partners with bespoke chartering club Barton & Gray, so when weather permits, hotel guests can reserve an outing aboard a classic Hinckley Talaria boat, fully captained for custom, catered excursions to remote beaches and intercoastal waterways.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 May 2026
Noun
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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 11 May. 2026.
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