as in loads
a considerable amount
the babysitter had to listen to a whole raft of rules before she was allowed to even pick up the baby
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Recent Examples of raft
Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 8 Jan. 2026
In 2026, new additions will include NightFlight Expedition, the world’s first indoor hybrid coaster and whitewater raft ride; and the first-ever Run Dollywood Race Weekend, a multi-day event with races for all abilities.
—Josh Roberts, USA Today, 8 Jan. 2026
Anne Reeve, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2025
It's been a year since the remnants of Hurricane Helene walloped eastern Tennessee and western North Carolina with devastating and deadly flooding, and forcing most rafting companies to cease operations.
—Rolando Arrieta, NPR, 29 Sep. 2025
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Noun
The China-Global South Project noted that Wang will likely frame Beijing as a stable, rule-abiding partner, one which recently announced zero-tariff market access for a raft of African nations — a sharp contrast with its superpower rival.
—Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 8 Jan. 2026
In 2026, new additions will include NightFlight Expedition, the world’s first indoor hybrid coaster and whitewater raft ride; and the first-ever Run Dollywood Race Weekend, a multi-day event with races for all abilities.
—Josh Roberts, USA Today, 8 Jan. 2026
Verb
This past summer, a group of Indigenous high schoolers set out to raft one hundred uninterrupted miles of the river, undertaking a journey that would have been impossible a century ago.
—Anne Reeve, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2025
It's been a year since the remnants of Hurricane Helene walloped eastern Tennessee and western North Carolina with devastating and deadly flooding, and forcing most rafting companies to cease operations.
—Rolando Arrieta, NPR, 29 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for raft
Noun
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Over time, increase the repetitions using light weights, then gradually progress to heavier loads, Forsyth recommended.—
Allison Forsyth,
Health,
14 Jan. 2026
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There’s live music, 70+ vendors, a Biz Kidz Market and loads of family-friendly activities to keep the entire family entertained for hours.—
Ave Maria,
Miami Herald,
14 Jan. 2026
Verb
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After falling down the rabbit hole of addiction, toxic relationships, and self-sabotage to mask the pain of her upbringing, Lidia tries to buoy herself to safety by trying to uncover her voice and find healing through the act of writing.—
Destiny Jackson,
Deadline,
13 Jan. 2026
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In a year where Republicans controlled the White House and Congress, Democrats held an eight-point edge over Republicans in party identification and leaning — a reversal from 2024 that could buoy the minority party’s hopes ahead of the midterms.—
Morgan Chalfant,
semafor.com,
12 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Fanning, who is an ambassador for the brand, opted for a slew of best sellers, including the True Match Lumi Glotion—a staple in Stewart’s kit, per her makeup artist Daisy Toye.—
Kaitlin Clapinski,
InStyle,
16 Jan. 2026
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Povich appears in the documentary, alongside Williams, Raphael, Leeza Gibbons and a slew of producers who worked on the shows.—
Christopher Edwards,
PEOPLE,
15 Jan. 2026
Verb
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That deficit will continue to balloon without serious structural changes to programs already passed into law.—
Bobby Zirkin,
Baltimore Sun,
15 Jan. 2026
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The state has been consistently strapped for cash over the past two years, driven in particular by ballooning Medicaid costs.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
14 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Below are nearly a dozen worth circling on the calendar, with each offering a low-effort, high-reward reason to trade a little sleep for one of nature’s most entertaining night sky events.—
Michael d'Estries,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Jan. 2026
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Amazon just dropped dozens of deals on everything from skinny runner rugs to large area rugs, including picks from Joanna Gaines and Martha Stewart’s collections, and our favorites start at just $24.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
16 Jan. 2026
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The committee floated a proposal to implement new requirements for where these businesses can be built in relation to each other, and to strengthen pre-existing requirements.—
Emily Holshouser,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Jan. 2026
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His administration is also buying housing bonds and floated the idea of a 50-year mortgage in an effort to bring down the cost of homeownership.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
13 Jan. 2026
Noun
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They’re designed with roomy interiors and tons of compartments that make organizing your packing essentials extremely easy.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Jan. 2026
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Available in tons of colors and fun prints, pick up more than one of these and get 35% off right now.—
Sarah Scott,
Parents,
16 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Kids will be wowed by the sharks swimming over their heads.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
13 Jan. 2026
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Both teams swim in their owns pools and the results are exchanged by FAX.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Raft.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/raft. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.
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