Definition of puddlenext
as in pool
a small often deep body of water splashing in the puddles on the way home from the bus stop

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Recent Examples of puddle The series doesn’t even have the depth of one of the puddles that pop up frequently because puddles look great in black and white and rain is a great excuse to have as many characters as possible wearing trench coats and fedoras. Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 22 May 2026 The waterproof construction helps keep feet dry in light rain or shallow puddles, while the breathable lining prevents things from getting too stuffy. Francesca Krempa, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2026 Instead, eliminate the headache, the soapy puddles, and even the mildew with a selection of high-design dish drying racks. Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 15 May 2026 Some shaggy buffalo drowsed in a patch of shade, and a hose fed water into a large puddle where a white goose paddled in tight circles. Rachel Monroe, New Yorker, 14 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for puddle
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pool
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  • For larger groups, the luxe three-to-five-bedroom residences are worth the splurge, offering private pools, direct beach access, and a personal chef available for hire.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 May 2026
  • These soft knit pants make a classy cover-up for pool days, Stewart said on QVC.
    Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026

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“Puddle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/puddle. Accessed 29 May. 2026.

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