as in milestones
a point in a chain of events at which an important change (as in one's fortunes) occurs
a watershed moment in her life came when she inherited a reasonable sum of money and was able to start her own coffee shop
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Recent Examples of watersheds
Without this protection, these watersheds would still provide water, but their long-term health and hydrological sustainability could be compromised if roads block stream flow and increase sediments flowing into waterways.
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Mariah Meek, The Conversation, 15 June 2026
Wilde Lake, one of 14 watersheds in the Upper Little Patuxent River system, underwent similar restoration efforts beginning in 2006.
—Sofia Montoya-Deck, Baltimore Sun, 14 June 2026
The proposal would require the BLM to apply land-health standards to grazing allotments, mainly broadening the scope to entire watersheds rather than the landscape health of individual allotments.
—Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 10 June 2026
In total, Google has 165 water stewardship projectsin 97 watersheds nationwide.
—Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 3 June 2026
The map released Wednesday shows watersheds where at least one wolf was active between April 21 and May 26.
—Elise Schmelzer, Denver Post, 27 May 2026
In the weeks leading up to the event, Orange County Coastkeeper educators visited participating schools to lead interactive presentations on marine debris, ocean pollution, watersheds, and environmental stewardship.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 19 May 2026
Lisa Collins, a forensic scientist at Washington State Patrol, told CNN new software and strides in genetic genealogy are two relatively recent watersheds in DNA technology that have allowed for breakthroughs in cold cases like these.
—Nina Giraldo, CNN Money, 10 May 2026
Rising demand for biomass fuels also degrades watersheds and wildlife habitats as people go deeper into previously undisturbed areas, increasing pressure on ecosystems and the species that depend on them.
—ABC News, 27 Apr. 2026
Mariah Meek, The Conversation, 15 June 2026
Wilde Lake, one of 14 watersheds in the Upper Little Patuxent River system, underwent similar restoration efforts beginning in 2006.
—Sofia Montoya-Deck, Baltimore Sun, 14 June 2026
The proposal would require the BLM to apply land-health standards to grazing allotments, mainly broadening the scope to entire watersheds rather than the landscape health of individual allotments.
—Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 10 June 2026
In total, Google has 165 water stewardship projectsin 97 watersheds nationwide.
—Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 3 June 2026
The map released Wednesday shows watersheds where at least one wolf was active between April 21 and May 26.
—Elise Schmelzer, Denver Post, 27 May 2026
In the weeks leading up to the event, Orange County Coastkeeper educators visited participating schools to lead interactive presentations on marine debris, ocean pollution, watersheds, and environmental stewardship.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 19 May 2026
Lisa Collins, a forensic scientist at Washington State Patrol, told CNN new software and strides in genetic genealogy are two relatively recent watersheds in DNA technology that have allowed for breakthroughs in cold cases like these.
—Nina Giraldo, CNN Money, 10 May 2026
Rising demand for biomass fuels also degrades watersheds and wildlife habitats as people go deeper into previously undisturbed areas, increasing pressure on ecosystems and the species that depend on them.
—ABC News, 27 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for watersheds
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Draft a concise proposal and set measurable checkpoints for a decision‑maker, because clear milestones help busy people say yes without extra clarification.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
14 June 2026
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From newlywed moments to her pregnancies with Prince William and Prince Harry, Diana’s wardrobe reflected personal milestones while remaining timeless.—
Elle Meier,
InStyle,
13 June 2026
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Getty Images The Chicago Cubs have spent much of the last decade balancing modernization with preservation around one of baseball’s most recognizable landmarks.—
Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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Passing through foundational landmarks like Hebron and Jerusalem, the Route 66-style initiative aims to bring Scripture to life while firmly anchoring the nation's ancient Jewish identity against attempts to erase biblical history.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2026
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Chases and weird extraterrestrial stuff abounds, leading to one of Spielberg's most gripping climaxes ever.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
13 June 2026
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These two songs function as the record’s thematic and sonic climaxes, respectively.—
Raphael Helfand,
Pitchfork,
29 May 2026
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This is especially important near rushing water, around blind corners and in dense vegetation where sound and visibility are limited.—
Amber Harding OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2026
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Up in the stands, fans waved their own flags — including some sneaked in over the objections of FIFA and the courts — and wrestled with emotions, as boos, howls and hisses rained down from all corners of the stadium.—
Rick Maese,
Washington Post,
16 June 2026
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“Watersheds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/watersheds. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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