as in boat
a small buoyant structure for travel on water
just about any kind of watercraft can be seen on the lake during the summer
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Recent Examples of watercraft
In Mono County, Mammoth Lakes Recreation was awarded $175,000 to deploy three mobile watercraft decontamination stations aimed at preventing the spread of the invasive golden mussel.
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Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 7 June 2026
Boating is allowed, though all watercraft, down to inflatable kayaks, must have a permit, purchased from the city’s website.
—R. Scott Rappold, Denver Post, 1 June 2026
The Los Angeles startup, cofounded by software engineer Mitch Lee and former SpaceX rocket designer Ryan Cook, launched their electric boat startup to target the luxury watercraft market, selling sleek, fast $300,000 e-boats for wealthy weekenders.
—Alan Ohnsman, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Clean shoes, gear and boats before entering or leaving waterways to remove plants, animals and pests, and drain water from live wells and bilges before moving your watercraft.
—Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 28 May 2026
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Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 7 June 2026
Boating is allowed, though all watercraft, down to inflatable kayaks, must have a permit, purchased from the city’s website.
—R. Scott Rappold, Denver Post, 1 June 2026
The Los Angeles startup, cofounded by software engineer Mitch Lee and former SpaceX rocket designer Ryan Cook, launched their electric boat startup to target the luxury watercraft market, selling sleek, fast $300,000 e-boats for wealthy weekenders.
—Alan Ohnsman, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Clean shoes, gear and boats before entering or leaving waterways to remove plants, animals and pests, and drain water from live wells and bilges before moving your watercraft.
—Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 28 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for watercraft
Noun
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And, in any case, many legal experts say the boat attacks amount to extrajudicial killings in violation of international law.—
Will Weissert,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2026
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For surfing, Playa Cativo Lodge offers two half-day surf excursions to Matapalo and Pavones, which are both a short boat ride away.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
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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
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Flores, captain of the Negra Francisca, said the vessel — valued around $400,000 — belonged to his father, 84.—
Foreign Correspondent,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
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Check out Root River Outfitters in Lanesboro for kayaks, tubes, canoes, and nearby river access.—
Kelsey Yandura,
Midwest Living,
17 June 2026
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Before tucking into an unforgettable meal, head to the Pickering Creek Audubon Center to hike or canoe around the marsh, or spend a couple of hours exploring the historic downtown area.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
16 June 2026
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Madeline Island is the only one with regular ferry service; the others are reachable by kayak or tour boat.—
Katherine Lawless,
Travel + Leisure,
13 June 2026
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The programming is refreshingly field-trip-style, incorporating Junior Ranger books, scavenger hunts, science labs, kayak races, kids-only tours, and beach bonfires.—
Ashlea Halpern,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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Best Nightlife Pink Pony A Mackinac Island icon since 1948, Pink Pony on Main Street is the place to be for live music, particularly during the island’s famous yacht races in summer.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
13 June 2026
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At 162 meters long and designed to support up to 130 scientists, engineers, crew members and operators, RV11000 is closer to a floating exploration platform than a luxury explorer yacht.—
Dea Jusufi,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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“Watercraft.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/watercraft. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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