Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for excavations
Noun
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Chameleons live in warmer environments on trees or bushes, while salamanders thrive in moist habitats, including leaf litter and caves.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Sep. 2025 -
Cleverly, the major rides in the park are hidden behind internal walls which are designed to look like caves, skyscrapers and a row of houses.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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All three species belong to the Liparidae family, known to inhabit a wide range of cold ocean habitats, from shallow intertidal zones to the deepest ocean trenches 4 miles below the surface, researchers said.—
Lauren Liebhaber
September 8,
Miami Herald,
8 Sep. 2025
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Instead of sticking it out in the early crypto startup trenches, Simpson moved into venture, first working at a friend’s generalist firm before starting her own crypto fund, Autonomous Partners, which raised from Brian Armstrong, David Sacks’ Craft Ventures, and Steve Cohen’s family office.—
Leo Schwartz,
Fortune,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The district remains a throwback to the old days, much like the ancient thistle districts and thistle commissioners who were once found across Lake County in an attempt to stomp out the noxious weeds from farmlands and roadside ditches.—
Charles Selle,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Aug. 2025
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Clean streams were converted into muddy ditches.—
Charles Elliott,
Outdoor Life,
21 Aug. 2025
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The valley floor hums with cowbells and the distant whir of paragliders circling above alpine meadows—as Trümmelbach’s glacial torrents roar through limestone caverns.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
24 Aug. 2025
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Though no items were stolen from the store, Hutcheson said police determined Walker unlocked the door to the caverns and the store.—
Audrey Gibbs,
Nashville Tennessean,
11 Aug. 2025
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The frogs live most of their lives in their underground burrows but can be found in ponds during breeding season beginning in March and running through mid-April.—
Karl Schneider,
IndyStar,
3 Sep. 2025
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In the heat of the day, desert-dwelling snakes will retreat into shade or rodent burrows to shield themselves from the scorching sun.—
John Leos,
AZCentral.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Ultimately, the city plans to move forward with a revitalization project in early 2026 that will fill a large section of the park with soccer fields, horseshoe pits and pickleball, futsal, and basketball courts.—
Devan Patel,
Mercury News,
31 Aug. 2025
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Upgrade your space with patio furniture, garden tools, decor, fire pits, and so much more, with prices starting at only $10.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
People.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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In addition to maintaining good oral hygiene habits at home, such as brushing and flossing, experts recommend tactics like drinking plenty of water, limiting snacks and sugary foods, and quitting smoking to help prevent cavities.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
4 Sep. 2025
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Here’s to hoping Terri and Mel’s relationship is all smiles and no cavities.—
Liza Esquibias,
PEOPLE,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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German luggage a popular choice A couple of players, including cornerback Trent McDuffie, traveled with Rimowa suitcases, recognized by the characteristic parallel grooves on the aluminum bags.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
5 Sep. 2025
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Autocomplete functions recycle common word sequences, and even repeat common typos, locking language into predictable grooves.—
Ted Ladd,
Forbes.com,
24 Aug. 2025
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“Excavations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/excavations. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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