as in pools
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 puddles
Steer clear of puddles - Driving into puddles or low areas of rainwater can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control.
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Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 18 Feb. 2026
When your winter is essentially one never-ending polar vortex, your house is likely a smattering of salty puddles and footprints.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 6 Feb. 2026
Only water when the top layer of soil is dry, and never let puddles sit in the saucer.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 1 Feb. 2026
Avoid puddles - Driving into puddles or low rainwater areas can lead to vehicles hydroplaning or losing control.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 1 Feb. 2026
Water from a recent flood remained as puddles, in some spots ankle-high.
—Sean Williams, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
Proceed with caution when driving over standing water or puddles.
—Jim Gorzelany, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Although there is no running water, there has been rain so there are big puddles lying around.
—Amanda Hari, CBS News, 20 Jan. 2026
Plus, the Gore-tex detail means rain, puddles, and questionable cobblestone streets aren’t going to be an issue on travel days.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 19 Jan. 2026
Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 18 Feb. 2026
When your winter is essentially one never-ending polar vortex, your house is likely a smattering of salty puddles and footprints.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 6 Feb. 2026
Only water when the top layer of soil is dry, and never let puddles sit in the saucer.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 1 Feb. 2026
Avoid puddles - Driving into puddles or low rainwater areas can lead to vehicles hydroplaning or losing control.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 1 Feb. 2026
Water from a recent flood remained as puddles, in some spots ankle-high.
—Sean Williams, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
Proceed with caution when driving over standing water or puddles.
—Jim Gorzelany, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Although there is no running water, there has been rain so there are big puddles lying around.
—Amanda Hari, CBS News, 20 Jan. 2026
Plus, the Gore-tex detail means rain, puddles, and questionable cobblestone streets aren’t going to be an issue on travel days.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 19 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for puddles
pools
Noun
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The thermal springs comprise multiple pools filled with mineral water to emulate the healing properties and overall experience of natural hot springs.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Feb. 2026
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Choose between a variety of styles ranging from cozy log cabins to chalet-esque lodges, with luxe perks like wood-burning fireplaces, scenic porches and terraces, and even private pools.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Feb. 2026
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“Puddles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/puddles. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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