as in wharf
a structure used by boats and ships for taking on or landing cargo and passengers
the boat remained tied up at the dock for a week, waiting for the weather to clear
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as in to shorten
to make less in extent or duration
the editorial was docked by about a hundred words to make it fit on the page
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as in to shave
to make (something) shorter or smaller with the use of a cutting instrument
the boxer's tail was docked soon after birth
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as in to land
to stop at or near a place along the shore
the cruise ship docked at the first port of call early the next morning
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Recent Examples of dock
Winston Ross, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
The property also has a basketball court, gazebo pavilion, covered dock and mature landscaping.
—Joe Marusak
may 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 May 2026
Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 1 June 2026
Tall ships and military vessels from around the world docked along the Mississippi River as part of the months-long maritime celebration, offering the public a look inside ships that are rarely open to visitors.
—Sarah Alegre, FOXNews.com, 31 May 2026
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Noun
The hotel also acquired a Riva motorboat, one of 18 of its kind in the world, that ferries guests on lake cruises before returning to the Carbone Riviera dock.
—Winston Ross, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
The property also has a basketball court, gazebo pavilion, covered dock and mature landscaping.
—Joe Marusak
may 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 May 2026
Verb
Lady Kate is docked at Eagle Landing State Park in Haddam where guests board.
—Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 1 June 2026
Tall ships and military vessels from around the world docked along the Mississippi River as part of the months-long maritime celebration, offering the public a look inside ships that are rarely open to visitors.
—Sarah Alegre, FOXNews.com, 31 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dock
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Staff picks up guests from the nearby ferry wharf in sporty Jeeps for ease of arrival—a nice homey touch (one of many here) that segues perfectly into a welcome drink in the sun that will remind you to slow down into island time.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The concerned wharf staff forwarded the package to the office of the carrier of record, Wells Fargo and Co.—
Kurt Snibbe,
Oc Register,
29 May 2026
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During this time, last names were often shortened — Karagounis might become Karras, for example.—
Philip Freeman,
Charlotte Observer,
2 June 2026
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The program exists to shorten learning curves through clarity and care, offering guidance shaped by lived experience.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
2 June 2026
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The new map has shaved off some of that surplus support to help bolster Democratic odds in neighboring, more competitive swing districts nearer to the Central Valley.—
Chase Hunter,
Mercury News,
3 June 2026
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Today, the organization relies on volunteers sponsored by family and friends to shave their heads in solidarity with children who lose their hair during cancer treatments.—
Marianne Love,
Daily News,
1 June 2026
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Just an hour-and-a-half drive from Buffalo Bill State Park lands you in Thermopolis, home of Hot Springs State Park.—
Meghan Palmer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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While the men who landed on the beaches of Normandy are remembered each year, Museum officials said the women on the home front played an essential role in making Allied victory possible.—
Jasmine Baehr,
FOXNews.com,
7 June 2026
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O'Brien said the level of the sea has risen to the point where there is no more protection for the pier.—
John Ramos,
CBS News,
7 June 2026
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Strong longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties and other hazardous areas.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
7 June 2026
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When using a Bluetooth connection, there are a fair few audio dropouts that'll last ~5 seconds or so before the audio cuts back in.—
Joe Salas
May 31,
New Atlas,
31 May 2026
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However, governments like the United States have cut back their support for programs like the IRC's.—
Sarah Robbins,
NPR,
31 May 2026
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The shortstop also rocketed a 441-foot, two-run home run off Giants right-hander Keaton Winn in the eighth to cut San Francisco’s lead to 4-3.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
30 May 2026
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Based on 2026 opening day figures, eight teams would have to cut payroll to get under the cap.—
Ronald Blum,
Fortune,
29 May 2026
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There’s plenty of arts and culture, anchored by its regional performing arts venue, the Bankhead Theater, and the two movie theaters at either end of downtown.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
4 June 2026
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Upon entering the exhibition space, visitors encounter Kelly Breez and Patty Gone’s brightly colored homage to Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville empire, anchored by a giant margarita knocked onto its side.—
Michelle F. Solomon,
Miami Herald,
4 June 2026
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“Dock.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dock. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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