1
as in staff
a body of persons at work or available for work
a large pool of applicants for the summer internship
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as in supply
the number of individuals or amount of something available at any given time
a pool of ideas ready to use whenever the cartoonist needs to meet a deadline
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3
as in deposit
a sum of money set aside for a particular purpose
office workers setting up a pool for the collective purchase of lottery tickets
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as in to ball
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Recent Examples of pool
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 17 June 2026
The space itself is gorgeous, with an inviting outdoor private courtyard space with a pool and hot tub—reminiscent of a high-class boutique resort.
—Literary Hub, 17 June 2026
Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 10 June 2026
These agencies could pool risks through a single-payer insurance system and reduce those risks through investment in resilience measures.
—Zac Taylor, The Conversation, 9 June 2026
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Noun
Neighborhoods often include community pools, walking trails and larger lots.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 17 June 2026
The space itself is gorgeous, with an inviting outdoor private courtyard space with a pool and hot tub—reminiscent of a high-class boutique resort.
—Literary Hub, 17 June 2026
Verb
Congress passed the act to let leagues pool their media rights and sell them nationally — a move that helped make NFL games a staple of free network television.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 10 June 2026
These agencies could pool risks through a single-payer insurance system and reduce those risks through investment in resilience measures.
—Zac Taylor, The Conversation, 9 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pool
Noun
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Avoid puddles - Driving into puddles or low rainwater areas can lead to vehicles hydroplaning or losing control.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
14 June 2026
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Steer clear of puddles - Driving into puddles or low areas of rainwater can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 June 2026
Noun
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The restaurant's staff is expecting a packed house, with close to 300 people projected to join the community celebration.—
La'Tasha Givens,
CBS News,
20 June 2026
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Tara Gallegos, a spokesperson for Newsom’s office, said the issue involved late paperwork at a time when the governor’s staff was focused on emergency response and supporting survivors.—
Taryn Luna,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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Ships loaded with crude oil have been stranded in the Persian Gulf for more than three months, unable to safely travel through the waterway, through which about a fifth of the world’s oil and gasoline supplies typically traveled before the war began.—
Cathy Bussewitz,
Chicago Tribune,
15 June 2026
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The sanctions hit individuals and organizations involved in the manufacturing and supply of drones and other military equipment to Russian forces.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
Noun
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Realize that Social Security needs time to verify and update the new deposit details so don’t close the first account until confirming the second account is receiving the funds.—
Diane Omdahl,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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Winner and/or winner’s guest may be required to satisfy any minimum age, identification, credit card, deposit, and other check-in or redemption requirements imposed by the hotel.—
AJC.com,
AJC.com,
18 June 2026
Noun
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The Rule of 55 and 72(t) allows some Americans early access to their retrement funds, experts said.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
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The deal will also unfreeze tens of billions of dollars in Iranian funds held in international banks as part of the final agreement.—
Ruth Margalit,
New Yorker,
19 June 2026
Verb
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Lord described Walter Bedford as the night baker who cannon-balled into the ocean in chapter 6.—
Veronica Hinke,
Baltimore Sun,
14 June 2026
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The Knicks are back out in front, as Jalen Brunson is balling despite hobbling after hurting his right knee and left ankle.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
4 June 2026
Noun
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Guests can enjoy a wide range of activities, including sailing, water skiing, tennis, pickleball, disc golf, or just relaxing by the lake.—
Chelsea Adams,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
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All seven bridges along the trail were replaced, a new boardwalk was added near the lake, and crews reconstructed large sections of trail damaged by debris flows and flooding.—
Spencer Wilson,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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Throughout the night restaurateurs, chefs, the mayor of Chicago, the governor of Illinois and others underscored the importance and inspiration of immigrant families and the many contributions of the industry’s undocumented workforce.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
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Without a pathway into the workforce, many talented graduates risk underemployment, delayed career development, and mounting financial stress.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
16 June 2026
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“Pool.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pool. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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