RIVERBEDS Synonyms: 8 Similar and Opposite Words

riverbeds

noun

plural of riverbed

as in foundations

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Noun

Their foundations focus on addressing a range of issues including early childhood education, food security, and health and economic programs for women and children.

— Tom Huddleston Jr., CNBC, 15 July 2026
Buffett also traditionally gives additional gifts to his family foundations around Thanksgiving each year.

— Josh Funk, Fortune, 15 July 2026

Definition of foundations

Noun

At trainings—held online, and in kitchens, basements, and alleyways—people were taught what to do if they were denied an acta, and how to handle the militares guarding the premises.

— Stephania Taladrid, New Yorker, 20 July 2026
Bathrooms, basements and other wet areas need plenty of ventilation to prevent mold and mildew.

— Dr. Lauren Zajac, Boston Herald, 19 July 2026

Definition of basements

Noun

Bangkok’s thirst for new rooftop cocktail bars is being slaked these days at Sanctuary, which offers a view of the glimmering Sukhumvit strip — Bangkok’s Broadway — 34 floors below.

— The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 July 2026
Frequent cleaning by wet-dusting and wet-mopping hard surfaces such as floors and tables with plain water or gentle cleaners can keep indoor air cleaner.

— Dr. Lauren Zajac, Boston Herald, 19 July 2026

Definition of floors

Noun

With the number of students enrolled in the UC and CSU systems significantly higher than the number of available beds, there is a critical housing shortage at higher education institutions across the state.

— Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 16 July 2026
For families The resort caters well to families, with the option to book a room with two double beds, kid-friendly food like chicken fingers, and a complimentary kids club.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026

Definition of beds

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