pond

noun

Definition of pondnext
as in lake

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Recent Examples of pond Only the second time a member of the British monarchy has married an American, the union was met with manic fanfare on both sides of the pond. — Edward Segarra, USA Today, 29 July 2026 More than 600 vivid images show off the beauty of each spot, from the tight Slot Canyons of Zion to the jagged Grand Teton peaks reflected in the Schwabacher Landing pond. — Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 28 July 2026 The new nine-hole course will also feature an Irish pub, wiffle ball field, pond, putting course, several large movie screens and potentially even sheep. — Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 27 July 2026 Its most common trees are water tupelos, bald cypresses and pond cypresses, usually draped in Spanish moss. — Charles Seabrook, AJC.com, 25 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for pond
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pond
  1. lake
  2. reservoir
  3. lagoon
  4. tarn
  5. loch
Noun
  • The county just completed major renovations, including the dredging of the lake to improve water quality and the construction of a lakeside pavilion that can be rented out for events.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Members of the Tuolumne County Sheriff's Office Boat Patrol, who were already on the lake conducting routine patrols, responded immediately and took over lifesaving efforts from bystanders until firefighters and paramedics arrived.
    — Richard Ramos, CBS News, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of lake
Noun
  • Although unlikely, a complete failure of Anderson Dam when the reservoir was full could send a 35-foot wall of water into downtown Morgan Hill within 14 minutes, engineers concluded.
    — Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 28 July 2026
  • The more perceptive investor should be looking for the new water, the reservoir behind it—and the organizations that had the foresight to start filling that reservoir years ago.
    — Gary Drenik, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
Definition of reservoir
Noun
  • Forbes was also a public figure in a proposal to redevelop Fisherman’s Wharf, which envisions constructing a public plaza and adding a new overlook and lighting to the wharf’s inner lagoon.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 20 July 2026
  • Pirates Voyage Pirates Voyage is built around full-size ships, an indoor lagoon and a four-course dinner served during the show.
    — Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
Definition of lagoon
Noun
  • Beyond daily swims in Ullswater, guests have the opportunity to explore the inspiring landscape of the Lake District, visiting hidden tarns, rivers, and even a stargazing night.
    — Freya Bromley, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Feb. 2025
  • The two main tarns on this trail are flanked by subalpine meadows with a variety of shrubs and wildflowers that change colors in the fall.
    — Graham Averill, Outside Online, 16 Sep. 2024
Definition of tarn
Noun
  • This is a landscape of lochs and mountains, best viewed from a cozy railcar, on a train that coddles just 36 passengers on an all-inclusive journey.
    — Everett Potter, Forbes.com, 17 June 2026
  • The sprawling coastal property encompasses roughly 3,700 acres of pastureland, woodlands, lochs, and more than three miles of dramatic shoreline.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 11 June 2026
Definition of loch

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“Pond.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pond. Accessed 4 Aug. 2026.

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