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also fiord
as in bay
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 fjord
The property offers 40 rooms with spectacular views of Eyjafjörður, one of the longest fjords in Iceland.
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Mia Taylor, Boston Herald, 7 Sep. 2025
Between November and February, whale watching tours head into the fjords to spot humpback and killer whales feeding in numbers.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
From left, the United States destroyer USS Mahan, the Norwegian replenishment oiler HNoMS Maud, the United States destroyer USS Bainbridge and the Norwegian frigate HNoMS Thor Heyerdahl transit the North Cape fjord in the Barents...
—Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 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
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Mia Taylor, Boston Herald, 7 Sep. 2025
Between November and February, whale watching tours head into the fjords to spot humpback and killer whales feeding in numbers.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
From left, the United States destroyer USS Mahan, the Norwegian replenishment oiler HNoMS Maud, the United States destroyer USS Bainbridge and the Norwegian frigate HNoMS Thor Heyerdahl transit the North Cape fjord in the Barents...
—Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fjord
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Fill your bag with herbs such as rosemary, lavender, bay, or thyme, in addition to clear, blue, or purple crystals.—
Lisa Stardust,
Vogue,
23 Oct. 2025
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The property also offers three swimming pools, one with incredible views overlooking the bay, and another heated option located inside.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
23 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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The following day is left intentionally open-ended—travelers may take a private boat from the hotel to Positano, visiting quiet coves and swimming spots along the way, or stay on property for a painting lesson on the terrace with a local artist.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
17 Oct. 2025
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Trump led former President Joe Biden by 6 points in the state in 2020 -- and the gulf grew in 2024, when trounced former Vice President Kamala Harris by 14 points.—
Brittany Shepherd,
ABC News,
15 Oct. 2025
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Two batters later, a single scored them both, helping create a gulf the Yankees couldn’t overcome in a 5-2 season-ending loss in Game 4 of the American League Division Series.—
Brendan Kuty,
New York Times,
9 Oct. 2025
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But maquilas took on an increasingly central role during the Covid-19 pandemic, when lockdowns meant many containers sat idle in East Asian ports for months – and US manufacturers looked to production closer to home.—
Ladan Anoushfar,
CNN Money,
18 Oct. 2025
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Those ports can be used to play additional titles and, with the right adapter, to connect original Intellivision controllers.—
Alex Harrington,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Oct. 2025
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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
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“Fjord.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fjord. Accessed 26 Oct. 2025.
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