as in holes
a sunken area forming a separate space
removal of the tree stump left a gaping pit in the yard
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Recent Examples of pits
Cara Lynn Shultz, PEOPLE, 28 May 2026
Outdoor seating, fire pits and a pet relief area are featured in the front and sides of the space.
—Kansas City Star, 27 May 2026
In Dallas, another contentious Democratic primary pits a current member against a former one.
—Diana Paulsen, ABC News, 26 May 2026
Hotel Ynez was perfect for a girls weekend, with cute rooms and a giant central garden featuring hammocks, fire pits, big trees, and more.
—Chelsee Lowe, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2026
My one big gripe with this season has always been the location of the tribe camps, which were basically mud pits.
—Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 22 May 2026
But as investors gear up for the big print, something curious is happening in the options pits.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 20 May 2026
Give watermelons an extra boost of nutrients by creating melon pits instead of hills and planting seeds directly in the pits.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 May 2026
Keeping with the down-home vibe, there are fire pits, a vegetable garden, and a communal lodge hangout space.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 8 May 2026
Noun
In the meantime, Stephanie is hoping their story can serve as a warning — especially as the summer months bring fire pits, outdoor barbecues, and more.
—Cara Lynn Shultz, PEOPLE, 28 May 2026
Outdoor seating, fire pits and a pet relief area are featured in the front and sides of the space.
—Kansas City Star, 27 May 2026
In Dallas, another contentious Democratic primary pits a current member against a former one.
—Diana Paulsen, ABC News, 26 May 2026
Hotel Ynez was perfect for a girls weekend, with cute rooms and a giant central garden featuring hammocks, fire pits, big trees, and more.
—Chelsee Lowe, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2026
My one big gripe with this season has always been the location of the tribe camps, which were basically mud pits.
—Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 22 May 2026
But as investors gear up for the big print, something curious is happening in the options pits.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 20 May 2026
Give watermelons an extra boost of nutrients by creating melon pits instead of hills and planting seeds directly in the pits.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 May 2026
Keeping with the down-home vibe, there are fire pits, a vegetable garden, and a communal lodge hangout space.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 8 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pits
Noun
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Russell Henley birdied the final four holes, including in a sudden death playoff, to win the PGA Tour’s Charles Schwab Challenge on Sunday at Colonial Country Club.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 May 2026
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At least one watchdog group warned the legislation could poke more holes into the property tax base for very large developers across the state, not just the Bears.—
Jeremy Gorner,
Chicago Tribune,
30 May 2026
Verb
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War dents Saudi’s efforts to diversify economy The Iran war is undermining Saudi Arabia’s efforts to diversify away from oil, while boosting the kingdom’s oil revenues.—
Semafor Events,
semafor.com,
22 May 2026
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Which is harder — landing a human on the moon or hitting a home run that dents the top of a foul pole in a major-league game?—
Jayson Stark,
New York Times,
8 May 2026
Noun
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Dentists can also sometimes stop cavities with fluoride varnishes and prevent them with dental sealants, which were once recommended only for children, Fontana said.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 May 2026
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The buttons along the earcups are also more distinct, and the microphone grilles have been redesigned from the usual mesh cavities to larger holes that appear to punch directly through the earcup chassis.—
Jess Weatherbed,
The Verge,
18 May 2026
Noun
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Young olive trees have smooth, gray bark, while the bark develops interesting furrows as the plant ages.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
22 Apr. 2026
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This creates an intricate network of microscopic cracks that, in addition to visible furrows, help retain the water elephants douse themselves in to stay cool.—
Clare Watson,
Quanta Magazine,
27 Feb. 2026
Noun
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There is an effort to dilute the high-pH water in ditches that was contaminated with the large amount of chemicals that spilled, officials said.—
Phil Helsel,
NBC news,
29 May 2026
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During heavy rain, avoid parking or walking near culverts or drainage ditches, where swift-moving water can pose a serious risk.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
27 May 2026
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“Pits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pits. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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