waterfront

noun

Definition of waterfrontnext
as in beach
the land or the part of a town next to the water of an ocean, lake, etc. They have evening concerts on the waterfront.

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Recent Examples of waterfront Marienlyst Strandhotel, right on the waterfront in Helsingør, is a truly wonderful escape that features sweeping views, spa indulgence, and effortless Scandi style. — Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026 Located in a secluded cove, this waterfront estate has a private, sandy beach – one of the few homes in the town with one. — Kaitlyn Keegan, Hartford Courant, 1 Aug. 2026 The amphibious vehicle takes groups through the downtown core both on land and pops right into the harbour for a completely different perspective of the waterfront. — Kaitlyn McInnis, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 The team has discussed preliminary stadium plans at either the team’s practice facility in Alameda or the waterfront Howard Terminal property in West Oakland. — Shomik Mukherjee, Mercury News, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for waterfront
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  1. beach
  2. coast
Noun
  • But now, a sign posted at the entrance of the beach walkway is prohibiting just that.
    — Sooji Nam, CBS News, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Every experience is thoughtfully curated, transforming a day at the beach into an opportunity to recharge both body and mind.
    — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 31 July 2026
Definition of beach
Noun
  • Over the past several weeks, Washington has escalated a lethal campaign on Iran, including along the country’s southern coast near the Strait.
    — Jeremy Diamond, CNN Money, 31 July 2026
  • Through movement, restoration, thoughtful hospitality and a profound connection to the California coast, each stay becomes an opportunity to return home feeling renewed.
    — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 31 July 2026
Definition of coast

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