as in schooner
a large boat that is used for racing or pleasure
a sailing yacht that requires a large crew to helm it
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Recent Examples of yacht
Mack Degeurin,
Popular Science,
25 June 2026
The politically heterodox Piers Morgan, now an increasingly popular YouTuber, is co-hosting a party on a yacht with an AI company later this week.
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Max Tani,
semafor.com,
22 June 2026
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 May 2026
China’s cabinet on Thursday rolled out a work plan to boost services consumption — from cruise and yacht tourism to elder care services and more sports events — as policymakers sought to boost the share of consumption in its economy over the next five years.
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Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
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Noun
The mast is made of carbon fiber and the sails use high-performance fabric, both choices borrowed from racing yacht design.
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Mack Degeurin,
Popular Science,
25 June 2026
The politically heterodox Piers Morgan, now an increasingly popular YouTuber, is co-hosting a party on a yacht with an AI company later this week.
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Max Tani,
semafor.com,
22 June 2026
Verb
Set the scene Gardiner House makes a good first impression; its big-windowed, white-clapboard, three-story facade set against the blues of the sky above and yacht marina behind.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 May 2026
China’s cabinet on Thursday rolled out a work plan to boost services consumption — from cruise and yacht tourism to elder care services and more sports events — as policymakers sought to boost the share of consumption in its economy over the next five years.
—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for yacht
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Get out on the water in a different way with Traverse Tall Ship Company, offering tours aboard the biggest tall ship on Lake Michigan, the 114-foot schooner Manitou.
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This burgeoning category received a further boost when one Paul Sperry slipped on the deck of his schooner, inspiring the American sailor to look for an alternate form of traction.
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As a result, the department is urging the public to review water and boating safety guidance.
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Lily had an active life of golfing, skiing, and boating with her family.
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However, following a series of Miami Herald articles detailing flaws in the investigation, including police not following up with key eyewitnesses, the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office reexamined the case and charged Pino with felony vessel homicide in October 2024.
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The verdict was handed down on Monday acquitting Pino, 55, who was charged with second-degree manslaughter and vessel homicide for the crash that killed 17-year-old Lucy Fernandez and left another teen, Katy Puig, now 21, with life-changing injuries, according to NBC 6.
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Explore unique crafts, goods and gifts from over 15 local vendors.
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American sparkling wine has come a long way in a very short period of time with winemakers crafting award-winning world class expressions that rival those with centuries of winemaking craft.
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“Yacht.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/yacht. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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