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as in ship
a large craft for travel by water
a new ocean liner that claims to be the largest commercial vessel afloat
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as in boat
a small buoyant structure for travel on water
any vessel that is buoyant and steerable can be entered in the annual race down the river
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as in container
something into which a liquid or smaller objects can be put for storage or transportation
any watertight vessel can be used for mixing the paints
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Recent Examples of vessel
Critics challenge legality of US’ LatAm strikes The US struck four more vessels alleged to be carrying drugs in the eastern Pacific, part of a military campaign that analysts say is drastically expanding American presidential power.
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Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 30 Oct. 2025
The targeting of these vessels in the Pacific and Caribbean has sparked criticism from international leaders, including Colombian President Gustavo Petro and Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
She was advised to return to the ship on her own, but the vessel later departed without checking whether all passengers were on board.
—Elmira Aliieva, NBC news, 30 Oct. 2025
The cruise ports in Ocho Rios, San Antonio and Port Royal had all fared well and as of Friday can start accepting vessels, the government announced.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 30 Oct. 2025
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Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 30 Oct. 2025
The targeting of these vessels in the Pacific and Caribbean has sparked criticism from international leaders, including Colombian President Gustavo Petro and Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
She was advised to return to the ship on her own, but the vessel later departed without checking whether all passengers were on board.
—Elmira Aliieva, NBC news, 30 Oct. 2025
The cruise ports in Ocho Rios, San Antonio and Port Royal had all fared well and as of Friday can start accepting vessels, the government announced.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 30 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vessel
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Moscow has been accused of hybrid warfare measures in the region; German media outlet Kieler Nachrichten reported Thursday that the Russian amphibious Ropucha-class landing ship Aleksandr Shabalin anchored off the German coast and blocked a key shipping route between the Baltic and the North Seas.—
Brendan Cole,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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That research, for example, recently discovered a survivor of the 1912 Titanic disaster was – by sheer chance – buried within feet of a man who worked on the ship that rescued her.—
Chris Kenning,
USA Today,
25 Oct. 2025
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In the town of White House, less than 10 miles northwest of Black River, small boats were washed ashore in a town where the economy is reliant on its closeness to the Caribbean Sea.—
Avery Schmitz,
CNN Money,
30 Oct. 2025
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There are four or five gunners, a big spread, maybe a boat, a dog, and a nice blind.—
The Editors,
Outdoor Life,
30 Oct. 2025
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Add the ginger during the last minute of cooking, then transfer the mixture to a small bowl and set aside.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Oct. 2025
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For the pizza dough Dissolve the yeast in a bowl with ⅔ cup/150 ml lukewarm water and add the sugar.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Oct. 2025
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For maximum effectiveness, place cedar rings or chips inside bags or containers to seal up with your clothing.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
31 Oct. 2025
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Carney has put the containers in her curbside recycling in the past, and now donates them to people or fund-raising organizations who can use the cash.—
Keith Matheny,
Freep.com,
30 Oct. 2025
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Along with other royals, like King Constantine of Greece and their families, Juan Carlos and Diana were frequently photographed enjoying the sun on his royal yacht, Fortuna, and basking in the Spanish summer.—
Meredith Kile,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
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At the local party, they were even pictured in a cold plunge pool at the day club and on a yacht on Biscayne Bay.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
27 Oct. 2025
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“Vessel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vessel. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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