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Recent Examples of Nereid
Nana, Mom, and my sister glistened with Hawaiian Tropic — a trio of golden-tanned nereids in black swimsuits and designer sunglasses.
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Alison Fields, Longreads, 25 July 2019
Alison Fields, Longreads, 25 July 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for Nereid
Noun
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The dress featured brown brocade detailing over nude mesh fabric and a tulle mermaid-style lower skirt.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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At the 83rd annual Golden Globe Awards, where presented the award for Best Male Actor in a Musical or Comedy, Lopez wore a form-fitting mermaid-style gown with a sheer top that put her toned abs on full display.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Rose Byrne tapped into her inner office siren for her latest awards season appearance on Tuesday, January 13.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
14 Jan. 2026
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When police responded, the suspects heard sirens and ran off, and all three were arrested, the DA’s Office said.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Jan. 2026
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“Nereid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/Nereid. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.
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