Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for moorings
Noun
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The 200-acre terminal will feature two new berths and 3,000 linear feet of new wharf designed for larger next-generation container ships in natural deep water.—
Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
16 June 2026 -
The new Kamakhya-Howrah Vande Bharat Sleeper train features wide windows and amenities like air-conditioning, bench seats that transition into beds, family-sized berths, onboard catering, electric outlets, reading lights, and roller blinds.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
15 June 2026
Noun
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Routes spanning the Seychelles, Tanzania and Madagascar remain comparatively underserved, particularly for small expedition vessels capable of accessing remote anchorages and outer islands.—
Rachel Ingram,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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As for Mitan, the yacht will now spend seven to eight months cruising south towards Mexico, calling at multiple anchorages along the way.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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As a bonus, guests enjoy access to Merroir’s boat docks.—
Simon Davidson,
Travel + Leisure,
19 June 2026
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An around-the-world boat race docks at the Wharf, and a new brewery opens its doors in Shaw.—
Fritz Hahn,
Washington Post,
18 June 2026
Noun
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Cargo that may have once required detours to competing ports can now move efficiently by rail, strengthening the port’s role as a driver of jobs and economic activity for the region.—
Wes Moore,
Baltimore Sun,
22 June 2026
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Tropical ports have a habit of serving up sudden downpours, and a packable rain poncho keeps you dry without the bulk of hauling an umbrella around all day.—
Robin Raven,
Travel + Leisure,
22 June 2026
Noun
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Strong longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties and other hazardous areas.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
18 June 2026
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Stay back from the water’s edge, stay off of jetties and piers, and NEVER turn your back on the Ocean!—
Carlos E. Castañeda,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
Noun
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The industry behind the wellness retreat boom Hotels and resorts are quietly converting their spas from relaxation oases into health and longevity destinations, with programs that claim to improve sleep, reduce stress and support longer, healthier lives.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
10 June 2026
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Keep scrolling to see more outdoor oases available now at Amazon, including gazebos and greenhouses.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Strong longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties and other hazardous areas.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
19 June 2026
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Much of the sand that comes down the Santa Ana River gets regularly dredged and hauled to the groin jetties in West Newport.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
18 June 2026
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In San Isidro, a movement was born Castillo and Otero grew up in San Isidro, a working class, hardscrabble neighborhood abutting the wharfs near the Port of Havana, and became friends – one a rapper, the other a visual artist.—
Rick Jervis,
USA Today,
13 May 2026
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The wharves and warehouses along Pratt Street burned fiercely.—
Jacques Kelly,
Baltimore Sun,
7 Feb. 2026
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“Moorings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moorings. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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