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also fiords
as in bays
a part of a body of water that extends beyond the general shoreline
a cruise through the breathtaking fjords along the coast of Norway
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Recent Examples of fjords
Their journey spans icy fjords, Byzantine intrigue, and the fabled Silk Road, blending Viking grit with ancient Chinese wisdom, unexpected alliances, and a touch of magic.
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Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 30 Oct. 2025
As the glaciers retreat, ships are venturing even farther into the fjords to get close to the melting giants.
—Ella Nilsen, CNN Money, 22 Oct. 2025
So following five months in Antarctica, Ultramarine and her crew were pining for the fjords of Chilean Patagonia.
—Stefanie Waldek, AFAR Media, 12 Sep. 2025
Travelers can expect to sail past incredible vistas of fjords and towering glaciers, or get their hearts pumping with a requisite polar plunge, diving into the icy waters for the ultimate rush.
—Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 9 Sep. 2025
Or cruise Norway’s fjords with ease.
—Tristan Rutherford, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2025
The property offers 40 rooms with spectacular views of Eyjafjörður, one of the longest fjords in Iceland.
—Mia Taylor, Boston Herald, 7 Sep. 2025
With 24 hours of daylight, visitors can hike in the surrounding mountains long after midnight or take a kayak out on glassy fjords under the golden glow of the sun.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Embarking on the Ofoten line at Bjørnfjell, the train ran at the edge of a cliff as the fjords emerged below, magisterial in their quiet movement.
—The Editors, Outside, 31 Aug. 2025
Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 30 Oct. 2025
As the glaciers retreat, ships are venturing even farther into the fjords to get close to the melting giants.
—Ella Nilsen, CNN Money, 22 Oct. 2025
So following five months in Antarctica, Ultramarine and her crew were pining for the fjords of Chilean Patagonia.
—Stefanie Waldek, AFAR Media, 12 Sep. 2025
Travelers can expect to sail past incredible vistas of fjords and towering glaciers, or get their hearts pumping with a requisite polar plunge, diving into the icy waters for the ultimate rush.
—Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 9 Sep. 2025
Or cruise Norway’s fjords with ease.
—Tristan Rutherford, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2025
The property offers 40 rooms with spectacular views of Eyjafjörður, one of the longest fjords in Iceland.
—Mia Taylor, Boston Herald, 7 Sep. 2025
With 24 hours of daylight, visitors can hike in the surrounding mountains long after midnight or take a kayak out on glassy fjords under the golden glow of the sun.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Embarking on the Ofoten line at Bjørnfjell, the train ran at the edge of a cliff as the fjords emerged below, magisterial in their quiet movement.
—The Editors, Outside, 31 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fjords
Noun
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Minor coastal flooding is possible in bays and inlets along the north coast of eastern Cuba and minor coastal flooding is expected along the coast of Haiti.—
MIAMI HERALD HURRICANE BOT,
Miami Herald,
29 Oct. 2025
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Municipal waste and recycling collected from homes and businesses in the area are received by the transfer station and temporarily stored in separate bays before recycling is moved to one of WM’s recycling facilities for processing.—
Jessica Alvarado Gamez,
Denver Post,
29 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Mangroves exist in the intertidal zones of warm rivers, estuaries and bays, growing in the sediment brought to the coast by the freshwater rivers and tides, according to the Australia Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
16 Oct. 2025
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In partnership with Leave No Trace, Martin County offers the tours for free, helping visitors discover the natural beauty of the coastline’s mangroves, estuaries, hammocks, and trails.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Throughout the year, beachgoers enjoy its rocky coves and expansive sand, as well as the cliffs and headlands that preside over its shorelines.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
20 Oct. 2025
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The South Laguna stretch of beaches, including Treasure Island, is popular for its dramatic high cliffs, rocky outcroppings and remote coves.—
Erika I. Ritchie,
Oc Register,
18 Oct. 2025
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“Fjords.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fjords. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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