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as in ships
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 boats
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 containers
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 vessels
In his speech, Kim said the Choe Hyon will be the first ship of a modern North Korean fleet, with even bigger vessels coming.
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Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
24 June 2026
Commercial vessels and oil tankers preparing to transit through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the most critical strategic waterways for global trade flows, maintain their wait in the Gulf of Oman, on June 17, 2026.
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Justina Lee,
CNBC,
23 June 2026
Monday was the busiest day for transits of the Strait of Hormuz since the war began, with 35 commercial vessels crossing the waterway, according to data from the maritime tracking firm Kpler.
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Khaled Wassef,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
Common illusions at sea include ships appearing as spinning in circles or sailing on land, posing dangers to commercial maritime vessels trying to navigate.
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Zita Ballinger Fletcher,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Iran agreed not to charge transiting vessels tolls for 60 days.
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Wyatte Grantham-Philips,
Fortune,
23 June 2026
There are also conflicting accounts on what the agreement means for the future of the Strait of Hormuz; Monday saw 35 commercial vessels transit the waterway, the busiest day in the strait since the war began.
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Brendan Ruberry,
semafor.com,
23 June 2026
Its fleet currently includes two vessels, its flagship Ultramarine and Ocean Explorer, with a third, World Voyager, scheduled to join in 2027.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
About 550 cargo vessels and tankers were broadcasting AIS positions west of the Hormuz as of Sunday, according to Windward AI.
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Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
16 June 2026
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
24 June 2026
Commercial vessels and oil tankers preparing to transit through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the most critical strategic waterways for global trade flows, maintain their wait in the Gulf of Oman, on June 17, 2026.
—
Justina Lee,
CNBC,
23 June 2026
Monday was the busiest day for transits of the Strait of Hormuz since the war began, with 35 commercial vessels crossing the waterway, according to data from the maritime tracking firm Kpler.
—
Khaled Wassef,
CBS News,
23 June 2026
Common illusions at sea include ships appearing as spinning in circles or sailing on land, posing dangers to commercial maritime vessels trying to navigate.
—
Zita Ballinger Fletcher,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Iran agreed not to charge transiting vessels tolls for 60 days.
—
Wyatte Grantham-Philips,
Fortune,
23 June 2026
There are also conflicting accounts on what the agreement means for the future of the Strait of Hormuz; Monday saw 35 commercial vessels transit the waterway, the busiest day in the strait since the war began.
—
Brendan Ruberry,
semafor.com,
23 June 2026
Its fleet currently includes two vessels, its flagship Ultramarine and Ocean Explorer, with a third, World Voyager, scheduled to join in 2027.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
About 550 cargo vessels and tankers were broadcasting AIS positions west of the Hormuz as of Sunday, according to Windward AI.
—
Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
16 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vessels
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During the recent sailing, the Chinese MSA ships did issue radio challenges to commercial vessels heading to Taiwan, the island’s coast guard has said.
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But everyday people expressed their political outrage time and again, throwing rocks at and demolishing the houses of government officials, torching the king’s ships and forts and, eventually, marching to battle.
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The competing corridors have left them confused, forcing them to navigate not only the treacherous waters – facing threats from sea mines, aerial drones, and Revolutionary Guard patrol boats – but also the complex political currents across the strait.
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Golden mussels attach to nearly all underwater surfaces, including boats, ropes and buoys.
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Dump standing water from fountains, pet bowls, and plant saucers to stop mosquito breeding.
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The standard park events, featured for both male and female skateboarders and BMX riders, sees athletes perform various tricks on obstacles like ramps, bowls, quarterpipes and ledges across a single run through a course.
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His attorneys contend the containers found on Pino’s boat were collected from other friends’ vessels partying with them on the sandbar that day.
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Ideal for containers or small garden beds, these dwarf French marigolds provide vibrant floral displays in rich reds that transition to orange, bronze, and gold over time.
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No two Smart Custom yachts are alike.
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Beat the resale algorithm After searching for World Cup tickets, suddenly every ad online and on social media was trying to sell me luxury yachts, private travel experiences, and things made from Italian leather.
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The menu will include dishes like sea bass ceviche, chicken tamales and a shrimp cocktail.
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Food and drink, of course, are among the attractions of a New Orleans journey, and the superb offerings at the hotel—under the direction of Executive Chef Dario Montelvere, a Robb Report culinary master—reflect the city’s heritage, from regional cuisine and local seafood to steakhouse dishes.
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“Vessels.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vessels. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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