Thesaurus results for WATERFRONTS

waterfronts

noun

plural of waterfront

as in beaches

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 waterfronts Aside from serving as the beachy backdrop for an eponymous Netflix drama series, the coastal enclave boasts scenic waterfronts, parks, attractions and historical sites. —

Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 4 June 2026 Maine, Hawaii, Alaska, Louisiana and even the Grand Canyon feature waterways and waterfronts. —

Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 1 June 2026 In their latest book, readers are transported to 1942 New York to learn how the Office of Naval Intelligence (ONI) turned to an unlikely ally — the mob — to protect America’s waterfronts, the synopsis shared. —

Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 9 May 2026 Colombian superstar Shakira gave a free concert on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday night, an event that the city's mayor said drew 2 million people to one of the world's most iconic waterfronts. —

CBS News, 3 May 2026 How to Get Around Boston is widely celebrated as America's Walking City, and exploring on foot is arguably the best way to experience its compact neighborhoods, historical sites, and scenic waterfronts. —

Cameron Sperance, Travel + Leisure, 3 May 2026 Think national parks, waterfronts and Niagara Falls, plus trendy urban neighborhoods in Toronto for those who prefer city exploration. —

Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2026 Canada rounds out the top five with national parks, waterfronts, Niagara Falls and trendy urban neighborhoods in Toronto. —

Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2026 Canada offers range — national parks, waterfronts, Niagara Falls and trendy urban neighborhoods in Toronto. —

Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 20 Apr. 2026

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Noun

La Romana's proximity to the pristine beaches of Saona Island and Catalina Island, two hidden islets that are easily accessible by boat, make this destination a must-see for travelers looking to explore beyond the typical tourist routes.

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026
On the second day of the swell hitting the Southern California coast, waves of 15 feet were seen at south-facing beaches and even greater than 20 feet at the Wedge in Newport Beach.

— Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 11 June 2026