as in source
a point or place at which something is invented or provided
regards the Bible as the fountain of all truth concerning the Divinity
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as in to spout
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Recent Examples of fountain
Natalia Senanayake, People.com, 14 May 2025
These volcanoes share a trait that allows for lava fountains: basalt lava.
—Erik Klemetti, Discover Magazine, 12 May 2025
Amanda Jackson, CNN, 28 Sep. 2021
Explore Echo Park Lake’s signature lotus beds and fountain on a swan pedal boat.
—Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 1 Dec. 2020
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Noun
At the song's crescendo, two of the men climb up on the edge of the fountain, and at least one jumps into the water as things comes to a dramatic close.
—Natalia Senanayake, People.com, 14 May 2025
These volcanoes share a trait that allows for lava fountains: basalt lava.
—Erik Klemetti, Discover Magazine, 12 May 2025
Verb
Last year, a 6-year-old boy in Lake Jackson, Texas, died after contracting the brain-eating amoeba that was found in the water of splash fountain the boy had played in.
—Amanda Jackson, CNN, 28 Sep. 2021
Explore Echo Park Lake’s signature lotus beds and fountain on a swan pedal boat.
—Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 1 Dec. 2020
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fountain
Noun
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The extraordinary source material is a profound inspiration to build a unique world that vibrates with life and death at the same time.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
16 May 2025
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During the speech, McLean mentioned uncertainty in federal funding sources while discussing affordability in Boise.—
Carolyn Komatsoulis,
Idaho Statesman,
16 May 2025
Verb
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Sculpted frogs spouted water into the swimming pool at the end of the garden.—
Rachel Howard,
Travel + Leisure,
13 May 2025
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For 19 seasons, Gibbs spouted his guidance to his team of special agents, giving them a handbook to live and work by.—
Christopher Rudolph,
People.com,
5 May 2025
Noun
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This is a custom layer within the mattress designed to adapt and cradle sleepers at any position.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
9 May 2025
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Image Cardinal Parolin grew up in Schiavon, a small town in the northern Italian region of Veneto that is known as a cradle of popes.—
Jason Horowitz,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
Verb
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The star of this lush haven of healing is the 3,000-year-old geothermal crater gushing mineral rich water at an idyllic temperature of 37.5°C.—
Elycia Rubin,
HollywoodReporter,
21 May 2025
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That same day, Gifford gushed over her friendship with Kotb during an interview with PEOPLE.—
Staff Author,
People.com,
15 May 2025
Noun
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But the coastal town is stunning year-round and stays warm through the spring and fall, so visitors may want to take advantage of pleasant shoulder-season days on the coast.—
Liz Provencher,
Travel + Leisure,
20 May 2025
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Grab a bottle of Mahón, Monkey 47, or Nikka Coffey Gin—each of these has its own 'spring' occasion.—
Jenn Rice,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
Verb
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Investigators have not yet discovered the cause of the fire but, according to the Associated Press, images from the scene showed huge flames spurting from the windows and doors of the two- or three-story building.—
Morgan Winsor,
ABC News,
29 Apr. 2025
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Pere Ubu reunited in fits and spurts over the ensuing decades in the hands of Thomas, who remained the only original member throughout the band’s tenure, and released 14 albums, not including live records.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
24 Apr. 2025
Noun
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For many New Yorkers of Mexican origin, seeing the Cuauhtémoc sail into our harbor was a proud and emotional moment.—
Eric Adams,
New York Daily News,
22 May 2025
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Michelle Williams is a solid second, receiving some keen support from the panel, but Milioti’s rising crime boss with a brutal origin story has stolen the BuzzMeter’s heart.—
Michael Ordoña,
Los Angeles Times,
22 May 2025
Verb
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The site is overflowing with impressive deals on comfortable, fashion-forward flat sandals.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
11 May 2025
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Amazon’s sale section is already overflowing with steep discounts, including Apple tech, Dyson vacuums, Levi’s jeans, and more coveted finds.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
11 May 2025
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“Fountain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fountain. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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