riverbank

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Recent Examples of riverbank Climate and Geography of the Rhône Valley Running 150 miles from north to south along steep riverbanks, the Rhône Valley is home to just shy of 160,000 acres of grapevines in 148 communes. Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 18 Apr. 2025 Later, members of the group would explain that the family buried the body near the riverbank. Lauren Markham, Harper's Magazine, 19 Feb. 2025 Denis recommends staying at lodges on the riverbanks, to experience its tranquil beauty. Emese MacZko, Forbes, 18 Feb. 2025 Buda Mendes—Getty Images Among the mourners clustered along the riverbank next to the Vatican were scores of youths wearing bright green T-shirts and scarves. Aryn Baker, Time, 26 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for riverbank
Recent Examples of Synonyms for riverbank
Noun
  • Hang out in riverside towns like Hood River and Cascade Locks, where your post-hike beer comes with unbeatable views.
    Zoe Baillargeon, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2025
  • The property’s tranquil riverside setting is complemented by its refined yet homey interiors, sublime spa, and verdant gardens.
    Siobhan Reid, Vogue, 28 May 2025
Noun
  • Ukiah Japanese Smokehouse is now open in downtown Fort Lauderdale, located on the city’s riverfront not far from The Wharf.
    Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 28 May 2025
  • But many industrial operations ceased or moved, and residential developers now see the much cleaner riverfront as an ideal location for new homes.
    Brian J. Rogal, Chicago Tribune, 15 May 2025
Noun
  • Outdoors, an expansive lawn and waterfront terraces invite celebration, relaxation, and unforgettable Vineyard summers.
    Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 12 June 2025
  • Rural areas, high elevations, and open fields or waterfronts with a clear eastern view are ideal.
    Kate Nalepinski, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 June 2025
Noun
  • Fortner pleaded guilty in February to bank robbery.
    Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 4 June 2025
  • The podcast had been on hiatus since the pair reported to prison in January 2023 to serve time after being indicted on 12 counts of bank and wire fraud, tax evasion, and conspiracy in August 2019 and found guilty in June 2022.
    Stephanie Wenger, People.com, 3 June 2025

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“Riverbank.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/riverbank. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.

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