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as in vessel
a small buoyant structure for travel on water
paddling the little boat across the lake is great exercise, but tiring
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as in ship
a large craft for travel by water
you'll have to take a passenger boat to get to the island
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Recent Examples of boat
Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
According to the incident report PEOPLE reviewed in 2024, Alonso was only on the boat with one other person at the time of the accident.
—Michael Nied, People.com, 4 June 2025
David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 17 May 2025
Minnesota’s shores promise scenic beauty and adventure, from boating and fishing to hiking and agate hunting.
—Explore Minnesota, AFAR Media, 30 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Still, seeing an animal that size in a place where people typically kayak, swim, and anchor boats is enough to give anyone pause.
—Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
According to the incident report PEOPLE reviewed in 2024, Alonso was only on the boat with one other person at the time of the accident.
—Michael Nied, People.com, 4 June 2025
Verb
The lot sits back on New York Creek Cove, a popular spot for boating and fishing on the south fork of Folsom Lake.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 17 May 2025
Minnesota’s shores promise scenic beauty and adventure, from boating and fishing to hiking and agate hunting.
—Explore Minnesota, AFAR Media, 30 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for boat
Noun
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Obsessed with black and blue marlin, Hsieh has outfitted the vessel with scientific equipment to research these apex species as well as engage in general ocean conservation.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
10 June 2025
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Her sitar became a vessel for that hope—looping, bending, and shimmering through textures that ranged from the meditative to the ecstatic.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
Noun
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The Knight IEMs ship with high-quality 8-core OCC cable with OFC silver plating.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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The currents in the East River are quite strong, and may have been one of the causes why the Mexican Navy ship Cuauhtémoc crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge earlier this month.—
Thomas Tracy,
New York Daily News,
31 May 2025
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It was supposed to head south to refuel in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, before heading out of New York Harbor and was never meant to sail under the bridge.—
Thomas Tracy,
New York Daily News,
6 June 2025
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Now, her legacy will sail into new waters — literally.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
6 June 2025
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This small oasis serves as both a tranquil retreat and the dedicated pier for the hotel's enhanced boat fleet, recently expanded with the addition of Treville Maritime's private yacht, the Wajer 38 Spectre.—
Livia Hengel,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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On the southwestern tip, Galle is one of three Sri Lankan ports of entry but the only port with facilities for private yachts.—
Julia Zaltzman,
Robb Report,
30 May 2025
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People used carts to ferry the dead and wounded to the field hospital.—
MOHAMMAD JAHJOUH,
Chicago Tribune,
1 June 2025
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SpaceX's next-generation rocket is designed to eventually ferry cargo and private and government crews between the Earth, the Moon, and Mars.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
28 May 2025
Noun
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Start your day at Lake Norman State Park, and rent a canoe, paddleboard, kayak, or pedal boat; the boat ramp is free to use.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
7 June 2025
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Together, the two have crossed continents by foot, canoe, motorbike and tuk tuk, news agency SWNS reported.—
Reem Amro,
FOXNews.com,
30 May 2025
Noun
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Rent a kayak, canoe, or tube from New River Outdoor Adventures and get out on the water.—
Erin Gifford,
Southern Living,
31 May 2025
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Rent a kayak or paddleboard for a couple of hours, then enjoy a casual seafood lunch.—
Amplified Content Studio,
Mercury News,
30 May 2025
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The raft of fantasy shows that followed in the wake of Game Of Thrones has all but disappeared after a long string of disappointments and cancellations.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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Besides its famous black bear show, fun comes in the form of water blaster boats, a climbing tower and water raft ride.—
Stacey Zable,
USA Today,
28 May 2025
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“Boat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boat. Accessed 16 Jun. 2025.
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