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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 central bar features mermaid-scale tiling, and rich yacht-style wood finishings throughout and other maritime details speak to the overall nautical theme.—
Kristen Tauer,
Footwear News,
24 Sep. 2025
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Iman stunned in a curve-hugging black V-neck mermaid dress at the Daily Front Row Fashion Media Awards co-hosted by Casamigos, where she was honored as Style Icon.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Constant police sirens blared throughout the maze.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
25 Sep. 2025
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Within minutes of the show ending, the air raid sirens return.—
Finbarr Toesland,
Robb Report,
24 Sep. 2025
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“Nereid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/Nereid. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.
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