as in coast
Related Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of littoral
Konstantin Toropin, Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
Wang Yi told Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in a phone call late Wednesday that Iran's sovereignty, security, and legitimate rights should be respected as a littoral state of the Strait of Hormuz, but freedom of navigation and safety through the strait should be ensured.
—April 16, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026
John M. Mugane, Quartz, 5 Apr. 2022
Now, in a distracted world, China proudly touts the efficiency of its surveillance state while continuing to build up its military and pursue its ambitious efforts to gain a strategic advantage along the Asian littoral.
—Lewis Libby, National Review, 6 May 2021
See All Example Sentences for littoral
Adjective
The Navy has 16 warships — 11 destroyers, three amphibious assault ships, an aircraft carrier and a littoral combat ship — in the Middle East out of a battle force of roughly 300 total warships.
—Konstantin Toropin, Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2026
Wang Yi told Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in a phone call late Wednesday that Iran's sovereignty, security, and legitimate rights should be respected as a littoral state of the Strait of Hormuz, but freedom of navigation and safety through the strait should be ensured.
—April 16, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026
Noun
Anyone who went to the east African littoral could choose to become Swahili, and many did.
—John M. Mugane, Quartz, 5 Apr. 2022
Now, in a distracted world, China proudly touts the efficiency of its surveillance state while continuing to build up its military and pursue its ambitious efforts to gain a strategic advantage along the Asian littoral.
—Lewis Libby, National Review, 6 May 2021
See All Example Sentences for littoral
Recent Examples of Synonyms for littoral
Adjective
-
Finally, for sweeping sea views, book a stay at coastal Therasia Resort near the extinct Vulcanello.—
Nicky Swallow,
Travel + Leisure,
17 May 2026
-
From Punta Mita’s rolling hills and small coastal villages, to dense woods full of jaguars and Sayulita surf beaches, Riviera Nayarit and the surrounding region are teeming with discovery.—
Skyli Alvarez,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 May 2026
Noun
-
The suites are light-flooded, have kitchens perfect for whipping up a cheese plate from the nearby Butterfield Market (though in my view all food here should be left up to Jean-Georges Vongerichten) and the oh-so-East-coast minibar is decked out with Tate’s Bake Shop cookies and Cape Cod chips.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 May 2026
-
During the broadcast, the future King discussed efforts to support housing, healthcare and sustainability projects across the Isles of Scilly, a remote archipelago off the southwestern coast of England that forms part of the Duchy estate.—
Paloma Chavez,
PEOPLE,
22 May 2026
Adjective
-
Accommodations here range from standard guest rooms and suites to six-bedroom villas, and all guests have access to the intimate Ixora Spa, restaurants, an on-site marina with day-trip excursions, and the new Marina Cay Bar & Grill on an offshore private island.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
23 May 2026
-
Despite multiple attempts to block its development, renewable power continues to grow, and wind is likely to benefit from the opening of the US’s first large offshore wind farms in 2025 and 2026.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
22 May 2026
Noun
-
Skim the shoreline of Waikiki, Hawaii, over surfers and sailboats with Diamond Head in the distance.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
18 May 2026
-
Today, Kenney leads major restoration initiatives as the marine restoration director at Orange County Coastkeeper, overseeing oyster reef restoration, shoreline conservation projects and community outreach programs across Southern California.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
18 May 2026
Noun
-
And few people realize that the country's coastline is actually peppered with over 350 idyllic islands, from picture-perfect Favignana to car-free Panarea to rugged Marettimo.—
Nicky Swallow,
Travel + Leisure,
17 May 2026
-
First responders, including lifeguards and other local emergency personnel, were able to bring the man back to shore despite the challenges of the rocky coastline.—
Cecilio Padilla,
CBS News,
17 May 2026
Noun
-
Away from the Atlantic seaboard, Cincinnati was only eclipsed by New Orleans, another busy trading hub connected by the nation’s riverboats.—
Alexander Coolidge,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
-
Summer heat headed to Maryland next week A large dome of high pressure along the eastern seaboard will send temperatures soaring to summer-time levels next week.—
Cutter Martin,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
Today, Tropea onions -- which bear protected geographical produce, or IGP, status -- grow on a 60-mile stretch of Calabrian coastland running from the town of Amantea down to the Capo Vaticano peninsula, below Tropea.—
Silvia Marchetti,
CNN,
8 Oct. 2022
-
Reparations have been a periodic topic of debate since the waning days of the Civil War, when Gen. William Tecumseh Sherman promised 40 acres and a mule to formerly enslaved families in a swath of confiscated Southern coastland.—
Lee Hawkins and Douglas Belkin,
WSJ,
25 Mar. 2022
Noun
-
The retro seashore exterior meets to play with its younger crowd, who are typically drawn to the hotel bar and rooftop scene.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 May 2026
-
One day after taking Mateo to his beloved seashore, the child just vanishes sending Jeanne into a panic.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
15 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Littoral.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/littoral. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
