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as in sources
a point or place at which something is invented or provided
his quirkily dysfunctional family proved to be a bottomless well of inspiration for the novelist
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as in pools
a small often deep body of water
the spot where the spring bubbles up to the surface and forms a deep well
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Recent Examples of wells
Experts say freezing temperatures, extreme wind chill and a lack of oxygen make survival during long flights in wheel wells highly unlikely.
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Rebecca Rosman, NPR, 28 Sep. 2025
As a result, these waffles are more cake-like, with smaller wells.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 25 Sep. 2025
Nigerian oil and gas producer Seplat plans to invest up to $3 billion to drill at least 120 new wells and commission three gas projects, as part of a five-year investment roadmap.
—Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 24 Sep. 2025
While the federal government regulates nitrate in drinking water — the water that is made available from public water systems — it is not regulated in groundwater, or the water that is pulled from the ground into private wells.
—Laura Schulte, jsonline.com, 22 Sep. 2025
Insufficient truck loading Dock-high loading once meant a few truck wells tucked into a building’s backside.
—Allen Buchanan, Oc Register, 20 Sep. 2025
While technology continues to improve well productivity, operators are increasingly drilling outside the core, where wells tend to produce less oil and deplete faster.
—Robert Rapier, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Some oil companies not only invest in energy efficiency for their buildings but use solar or wind to power their wells.
—Michael Oxman, The Conversation, 17 Sep. 2025
Breweries should check with their municipal or private water suppliers to see if the water meets EPA allowable limits for the compounds, or, if using well water, test their wells for the compounds, Skypeck said.
—Keith Matheny, Freep.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Rebecca Rosman, NPR, 28 Sep. 2025
As a result, these waffles are more cake-like, with smaller wells.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 25 Sep. 2025
Nigerian oil and gas producer Seplat plans to invest up to $3 billion to drill at least 120 new wells and commission three gas projects, as part of a five-year investment roadmap.
—Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 24 Sep. 2025
While the federal government regulates nitrate in drinking water — the water that is made available from public water systems — it is not regulated in groundwater, or the water that is pulled from the ground into private wells.
—Laura Schulte, jsonline.com, 22 Sep. 2025
Insufficient truck loading Dock-high loading once meant a few truck wells tucked into a building’s backside.
—Allen Buchanan, Oc Register, 20 Sep. 2025
While technology continues to improve well productivity, operators are increasingly drilling outside the core, where wells tend to produce less oil and deplete faster.
—Robert Rapier, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Some oil companies not only invest in energy efficiency for their buildings but use solar or wind to power their wells.
—Michael Oxman, The Conversation, 17 Sep. 2025
Breweries should check with their municipal or private water suppliers to see if the water meets EPA allowable limits for the compounds, or, if using well water, test their wells for the compounds, Skypeck said.
—Keith Matheny, Freep.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wells
Noun
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A lot of the information being funneled to him and his peers from news sources wasn't clear.—
David Ferrara,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
30 Sep. 2025
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As temperatures drop, plants begin to die back, reducing the availability of insects, seeds and other food sources.—
Brandi D. Addison,
The Providence Journal,
29 Sep. 2025
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With more than a dozen restaurants, eight pools, three theaters, a water park, and a bowling alley, the variety of activities makes this an ideal Playa del Carmen all-inclusive vacation destination for multigenerational families and groups.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
27 Sep. 2025
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This reflects the greater depth of US capital markets, supported by large institutional pools such as pensions, endowments, and crossover funds.—
Aman Ghei,
Fortune,
27 Sep. 2025
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Those fountains will remain closed even when employees return to work, Kuhnen said.—
Jackie Charniga,
Freep.com,
26 Sep. 2025
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The Victorian park was the first public botanical garden in the country and brims with plants, fountains, statues, and a scenic lagoon where swan boats float in the summer.—
Kori Perten,
AFAR Media,
24 Sep. 2025
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Avoid puddles - Driving into puddles or low rainwater areas can lead to vehicles hydroplaning or losing control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Oct. 2025
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Avoid puddles - Driving into puddles or low rainwater areas can lead to vehicles hydroplaning or losing control.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
29 Sep. 2025
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However, looking deep into these swirling cradles of planet formation has always been tricky.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Aug. 2025
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Now on sale for less than $20, these pumpkin cradles are a simple but genius gardening hack that lifts squashes off the ground to prevent moisture build-up that can cause rot.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Aug. 2025
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My research has taught me that Florida’s springs vary based on location and local circumstances.—
Christopher F. Meindl,
The Conversation,
3 Oct. 2025
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That’s not all there is to it – the company has also updated the intake ports, camshaft profiles, valve springs, and pistons, while additionally incorporating a stronger flywheel.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
2 Oct. 2025
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Looking ahead Scientists aim to analyze the human remains from the megalith, trace the origins of the exotic materials, and study the production techniques of the weaponry and ornaments.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Sep. 2025
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And both justices viewed their Western origins as essential to the their personalities and views.—
Nina Totenberg,
NPR,
27 Sep. 2025
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“Wells.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wells. Accessed 5 Oct. 2025.
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