plages

noun

plural of plage
as in littorals

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  1. coasts
  2. beaches
  3. waterfronts
Noun
  • Say ciao to the Roman Coast With so many coasts, coves and fishing villages to choose from in Italy, the Roman coast is not often the first place people mention for a beach holiday.
    — Megan Rose Murray, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026
  • Beach Hazards Statements remain in effect for the Oregon north, central, and southern coasts, as well as the south Washington coast.
    — Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025
Definition of coasts
Noun
  • But Las Terrenas is not only beautiful because of its beaches.
    — Rafael Peña, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026
  • Some of the most beautiful beaches and dive spots in the world are in the Andamans, and this game-changing Taj makes a lovely base from which to explore them.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026
Definition of beaches
Noun
  • The Outer Banks is known for serene waterfronts, wildlife and historical attractions, including Jockey’s Ridge State Park, home to the tallest living sand dune system on the Atlantic Coast, as highlighted in the travel rankings.
    — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 8 July 2026
  • Departing from King Street Station, the train glides past industrial waterfronts and railyards, offering snapshots of the Puget Sound.
    — Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 4 July 2026
Definition of waterfronts
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“Plages.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plages. Accessed 19 Jul. 2026.

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