hot springs

noun

Definition of hot springsnext
plural of hot spring
as in springs

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  1. springs
  2. fountains
  3. geysers
  4. sources
Noun
  • The hot springs are easily Glenwood Springs’ biggest draw, and each of the city’s pools offers something different.
    — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Still, residents fear operations that could start as early as 2028 could affect local springs and wildlife.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of springs
Noun
  • According to the School of Marine and Environmental Affairs at the University of Washington, blue spaces are natural or man-made outdoor settings that feature water in the form of rivers, lakes, oceans, ponds, canals or urban fountains.
    — Jeffrey Steele, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Clean and flush the water in ornamental fountains, pet bowls and bird baths on a regular basis; and repair or discard containers that stay outside and might normally collect water.
    — Paula Wethington, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of fountains
Noun
  • Many acidic geysers break down the rock that forms a geyser, but the acidity at Echinus is not strong enough to eat away at the surrounding stone.
    — Kerry Breen, CBS News, 3 Mar. 2026
Definition of geysers
Noun
  • The broader strategy is to reserve space for nuclear generation alongside other power sources as data-center campuses expand.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 24 Aug. 2026
  • The Best Collagen Sources for Vegetarians Since vegetarians can’t get collagen from direct sources, the key is to look for foods and supplements that will support collagen production.
    — Audrey Noble, Vogue, 24 Aug. 2026
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“Hot springs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hot%20springs. Accessed 27 Aug. 2026.

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