swale

noun

Definition of swalenext
as in marsh

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Recent Examples of swale Cynteria’s naked body was found in August 2000 on a grassy swale next to Miami Edison High School. — Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 18 May 2026 If there were a statewide measure for commercial businesses, many would probably have to build retention ponds or swales to filter out contaminants before water percolates underground. — Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 5 June 2026 Explore a white-sand beach and the sinks, swales, and sloughs found within the 2,500-acre Suwannee River Water Management District. — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 5 Jan. 2026 Police said the driver of the black Ford Fusion was headed south on northwest 12th Avenue at a high rate of speed near northwest 188th Street when the driver tried to bypass slow-moving traffic by driving on the swale. — Steven Yablonski, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for swale
Recent Examples of Synonyms for swale
  1. marsh
  2. wetland
  3. slough
  4. bog
  5. marshland
  6. swamp
  7. fen
  8. wash
Noun
  • Of course, there’s an aesthetic component to the National Park Service’s selection of land, too, as the landscapes range from wetlands and wildlife refuges to marshes.
    — Josh Laskin, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2026
  • Businesses impacted by sewer overflow The Great Marsh Shellfish Company is nestled in the marshes along the Rowley River.
    — Mike Sullivan, CBS News, 29 June 2026
Definition of marsh
Noun
  • Northeast of Watoga State Park and Calvin Price State Park, this wildlife refuge protects dozens of rare plant and animal species that thrive in the high-elevation wetlands (including, yes, fireflies).
    — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 1 July 2026
  • Rainfall increases water levels in ponds and wetlands, or creates temporary pools that provide ideal—and safer—breeding grounds for eggs and tadpoles to survive.
    — Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 30 June 2026
Definition of wetland
Noun
  • The Supreme Court has released a slew of opinions to mark the end of its current term, and one of them could prove to be a landmark case for personal protections.
    — Justin Klawans, TheWeek, 2 July 2026
  • What is clear is that Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Kelce have donated $26 million to a slew of charities across the nation just ahead of their nuptials and America’s 250th birthday.
    — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 2 July 2026
Definition of slough
Noun
  • The Great Hunger and subsequent Irish migrations still burden those scattered among cliffs and bogs; and when Tomás emerges from a wood, transformed by a mystical encounter, Liam must push them to finish their task.
    — Hamilton Cain, Time, 7 July 2026
  • This wilderness area not far from Canaan Valley is known for its bog and heath ecosystems, mountain meadows, and dark, firefly-friendly skies.
    — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 1 July 2026
Definition of bog
Noun
  • As the Coast Starlight approaches the Bay Area, the train glides past marshlands, open water, and distant city skylines before continuing toward California’s Central Coast.
    — Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 4 July 2026
  • Chef Ángel León serves half the menu outside on a pier so diners can soak in the sunsets and surrounding marshland.
    — Jamila Robinson, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 June 2026
Definition of marshland
Noun
  • As whole house fans and swamp coolers can suck additional pollutants inside, the department recommends using air purifiers or air conditioners as alternatives when possible.
    — Corinne Purtill, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2026
  • Some of the most important pollinator plants in Connecticut include bee balm, buttonbush, columbine, geranium, goldenrod, highbush blueberry, New England aster, New Jersey tea and swamp milkweed.
    — Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 29 June 2026
Definition of swamp
Noun
  • Commoners relied on swamps, fens, forests, and heaths for fuel, gravel, stone, and wood to make tools and to build and repair houses.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 19 Feb. 2026
  • The goal was to help preserve and protect the delicate valley and its fens.
    — John Meyer, Denver Post, 25 Aug. 2025
Definition of fen
Noun
  • In addition to off-white, the skirt also comes in blue, sand, and black washes, which are all currently on sale.
    — Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 5 July 2026
  • Opt for a staple blue wash, or add a fresh ecru pair to your collection.
    — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 3 July 2026
Definition of wash

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