sinkholes

Definition of sinkholesnext
plural of sinkhole

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for sinkholes
Noun
  • The latter works with a separate under-slide that holds wet and dry sink basins.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 23 Mar. 2026
  • On the island of Maui, authorities upgraded an evacuation advisory to a warning for some parts of Lahaina, which is still reeling from a deadly 2023 wildfire, because of retention basins nearing capacity.
    Dallas Morning News, Dallas Morning News, 22 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Also, look out for puddles or standing water in the road.
    Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 24 Mar. 2026
  • Steer clear of puddles - Driving into puddles or low areas of rainwater can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 21 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Of course, ne’er-do-wells saw an opportunity to dress up and commit crimes as ghosts.
    Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 25 Mar. 2026
  • Las Vegas injects Colorado River water directly into the aquifer using special wells, and has done so since the late 1980s.
    Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 21 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Korda took the season opener that was cut to 54 holes because of extreme cold and wind in Florida, while Kim won last week at Sharon Heights.
    ABC News, ABC News, 28 Mar. 2026
  • Make no mistake, as healthy top-to-bottom as Denver is, there are still a few notable holes on this roster.
    Luca Evans, Denver Post, 28 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Each ticket costs $5, and players may pick six numbers from two separate pools of numbers - five different numbers from 1 to 70 (the white balls) and one number from 1 to 24 (the gold Mega Ball) - or select Easy Pick/Quick Pick.
    Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2026
  • Many lagoon tents boast outdoor decks with private plunge pools and expansive living areas.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Mar. 2026
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“Sinkholes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sinkholes. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.

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