hot waters

Definition of hot watersnext
plural of hot water

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for hot waters
Noun
  • Added to Soups Flaxseeds make great additions to soups, stews, even chilis.
    Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 19 Feb. 2026
  • The cafeteria-style eatery has a little something for everyone, from pizza and hamburgers to soups and salads.
    Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 19 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Count two nodes from the base of the spike and cut the spike just above the second node.
    Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Feb. 2026
  • An eclipse season begins when the sun moves close to one of these nodes.
    Jamie Carter, Space.com, 13 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • But the mayor is likely to run into the difficulties that have longed plague the child care system — and is already facing some pushback with pre-K teachers demanding higher wages.
    Lexi Lonas Cochran, The Hill, 15 Feb. 2026
  • Nearly three quarters of operators plan to hire but expect difficulties finding experienced managers and chefs.
    Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 13 Feb. 2026
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“Hot waters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hot%20waters. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.

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