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as in pilasters
an upright shaft that supports an overhead structure
a bridge pier
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Recent Examples of piers
Strong longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties and other hazardous areas.
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Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 7 June 2026
However, it is always recommended to stay off jetties, piers, rocks and other waterside infrastructure.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 6 June 2026
However, several primitive campsites, boat ramps, and fishing piers sprinkled across the area give plenty of access to enjoy the lake at your leisure.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 3 June 2026
The 985-foot vessel went dark, drifted and eventually struck one of the piers of the bridge.
—Bryan P. Sears, Baltimore Sun, 3 June 2026
Given the dramatic manner in which the hulking piers marched down the center of the institution’s narrow corridor, flanked by the photographer’s three-inch-square Polaroids, hung as if in awed supplication, the effect verged on hyperbole, the gnomic ceding to the grandiose.
—James Quandt, Artforum, 2 June 2026
Local artist Johnathon Arce will be on hand painting murals on the two bridge piers along Massachusetts Street.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 1 June 2026
The project also includes installing sheet piles around bridge piers and constructing a new bicycle path.
—Conor McGill, CBS News, 31 May 2026
Enjoy the area's fishing piers, marina, and water sports.
—Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 28 May 2026
Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 7 June 2026
However, it is always recommended to stay off jetties, piers, rocks and other waterside infrastructure.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 6 June 2026
However, several primitive campsites, boat ramps, and fishing piers sprinkled across the area give plenty of access to enjoy the lake at your leisure.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 3 June 2026
The 985-foot vessel went dark, drifted and eventually struck one of the piers of the bridge.
—Bryan P. Sears, Baltimore Sun, 3 June 2026
Given the dramatic manner in which the hulking piers marched down the center of the institution’s narrow corridor, flanked by the photographer’s three-inch-square Polaroids, hung as if in awed supplication, the effect verged on hyperbole, the gnomic ceding to the grandiose.
—James Quandt, Artforum, 2 June 2026
Local artist Johnathon Arce will be on hand painting murals on the two bridge piers along Massachusetts Street.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 1 June 2026
The project also includes installing sheet piles around bridge piers and constructing a new bicycle path.
—Conor McGill, CBS News, 31 May 2026
Enjoy the area's fishing piers, marina, and water sports.
—Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 28 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for piers
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How to Get There The most common route to Mackinac Island is to fly into Pellston Regional Airport (PLN), about 30 minutes from the ferry docks in Mackinaw City.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
13 June 2026
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That ship docks in Curaçao on June 25.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
12 June 2026
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Even now, its fins and pilasters adorn plenty of new construction, and in real-estate-speak, the phrase is code for high class.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
8 June 2026
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In the end, Laffrey, whose Broadway credits include Maybe Happy Ending and Parade, settled for using an iPhone app to record the size of pilasters and mullioned mirrors.—
Carey Purcell,
Architectural Digest,
27 Oct. 2025
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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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Due to the material’s structural limitations, it cannot be used for high-strength or critical load-bearing structures like skyscraper pillars or major bridges.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
15 June 2026
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When constructed, the stone circle was aligned with the sun, and to this day, thousands of people gather to witness the moment the sun peeks perfectly through its pillars.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
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Wine is embedded in the city’s architecture, history and daily life, from grand 18th-century façades to the bustling quays of the Garonne.—
Joanne Shurvell,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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According to Vantor, the image shows the construction of a dry dock and new quays and piers at one of China’s most strategically important bases.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Dec. 2025
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Another standout is the indoor pool, where angular columns and hexagonal floor tiles lend a sculptural quality to the space, which also incorporates a spa and massage suite.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
11 June 2026
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For the full royal treatment, book the seven-bedroom Royal Suite overlooking the Buckingham Palace Gardens or the 3,907-square-foot Presidential Suite, styled like a 19th-century mansion with marble columns, elaborate bas-reliefs, and space for up to 14 guests.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 June 2026
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“Piers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/piers. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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