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
Devan Patel, Mercury News, 31 Aug. 2025
Upgrade your space with patio furniture, garden tools, decor, fire pits, and so much more, with prices starting at only $10.
—Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Don’t miss the complimentary Stumptown coffee in the morning or the s’mores around the fire pits on the patio each night.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 30 Aug. 2025
The semi-autonomous NNSA is more than a decade into its attempt to restart core production; in 2014, Congress directed the agency to establish capacity to build at least 80 pits per year by 2030.
—Davis Winkie, USA Today, 29 Aug. 2025
Open burning, such as bonfires and fire pits, is permitted, but individuals are responsible for any resulting damages.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 29 Aug. 2025
One mentioned some intelligence that had just been received in which it was mentioned that Hamas was removing the protective fabric from some of its rocket launch pits, a step that preceded a rocket attack.
—Yaakov Katz, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Aug. 2025
Today Golfview remains heavily polluted and scarred with mining pits and waste heaps.
—Tommy Trenchard, NPR, 23 Aug. 2025
Right now, some companies even have early Labor Day sales on these portable and tabletop fire pits.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Verb
Ultimately, the city plans to move forward with a revitalization project in early 2026 that will fill a large section of the park with soccer fields, horseshoe pits and pickleball, futsal, and basketball courts.
—Devan Patel, Mercury News, 31 Aug. 2025
Upgrade your space with patio furniture, garden tools, decor, fire pits, and so much more, with prices starting at only $10.
—Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Don’t miss the complimentary Stumptown coffee in the morning or the s’mores around the fire pits on the patio each night.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 30 Aug. 2025
The semi-autonomous NNSA is more than a decade into its attempt to restart core production; in 2014, Congress directed the agency to establish capacity to build at least 80 pits per year by 2030.
—Davis Winkie, USA Today, 29 Aug. 2025
Open burning, such as bonfires and fire pits, is permitted, but individuals are responsible for any resulting damages.
—Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 29 Aug. 2025
One mentioned some intelligence that had just been received in which it was mentioned that Hamas was removing the protective fabric from some of its rocket launch pits, a step that preceded a rocket attack.
—Yaakov Katz, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Aug. 2025
Today Golfview remains heavily polluted and scarred with mining pits and waste heaps.
—Tommy Trenchard, NPR, 23 Aug. 2025
Right now, some companies even have early Labor Day sales on these portable and tabletop fire pits.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pits
Noun
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Another had six offensive linemen looking to create holes for the running game, which had runs of 9, 8 and 8 yards on the opening drive.—
David Ubben,
New York Times,
2 Sep. 2025
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Sunday to the apartment unit on the 4800 block of El Camino Avenue after a caller reported bullet holes in a door and could not reach family members inside.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Whether this latest controversy dents MrBeast's online empire or prompts wider scrutiny of influencer accountability remains to be seen.—
Jordan King,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Aug. 2025
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For example, if a falling tree branch breaks your windshield or hail dents your car, comprehensive coverage can pay for repairs.—
Brandi D. Addison,
jsonline.com,
11 Aug. 2025
Noun
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In addition to maintaining good oral hygiene habits at home, such as brushing and flossing, experts recommend tactics like drinking plenty of water, limiting snacks and sugary foods, and quitting smoking to help prevent cavities.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
4 Sep. 2025
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Here’s to hoping Terri and Mel’s relationship is all smiles and no cavities.—
Liza Esquibias,
PEOPLE,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The district remains a throwback to the old days, much like the ancient thistle districts and thistle commissioners who were once found across Lake County in an attempt to stomp out the noxious weeds from farmlands and roadside ditches.—
Charles Selle,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Aug. 2025
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Clean streams were converted into muddy ditches.—
Charles Elliott,
Outdoor Life,
21 Aug. 2025
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“Pits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pits. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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