as in schooners
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 yachts
Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
From luxury icebreakers to yachts with pool decks, these ships—and sailings—are on our list.
—Fran Golden, AFAR Media, 6 Nov. 2025
Eligible splurges include yachts, cars, racehorses, and private jets—as long as they’re used for business more than half of the time.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 30 Oct. 2025
The fact is, operators of ferries, yachts, supply ships, and other vessels burn diesel fuel for very good reasons.
—New Atlas, 30 Oct. 2025
Both yachts are built on Heesen’s 55m Steel platform, featuring a Fast Displacement Hull Form by Van Oossanen Naval Architects and exterior styling by Omega Architects.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 27 Oct. 2025
After a few months of teasing a romance filled with yachts and lobster, Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau’s summer fling has made it to the fall.
—Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 26 Oct. 2025
There are no overwater bungalows here, no party yachts crowding the reefs.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 22 Oct. 2025
Following its debut, Four Seasons plans to launch multiple yachts in its fleet, including the Four Seasons II in 2027.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 21 Oct. 2025
Noun
Viking is a premier boat manufacturer whose yachts are owned by NBA legend Michael Jordan and celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse.
—Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
From luxury icebreakers to yachts with pool decks, these ships—and sailings—are on our list.
—Fran Golden, AFAR Media, 6 Nov. 2025
Eligible splurges include yachts, cars, racehorses, and private jets—as long as they’re used for business more than half of the time.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 30 Oct. 2025
The fact is, operators of ferries, yachts, supply ships, and other vessels burn diesel fuel for very good reasons.
—New Atlas, 30 Oct. 2025
Both yachts are built on Heesen’s 55m Steel platform, featuring a Fast Displacement Hull Form by Van Oossanen Naval Architects and exterior styling by Omega Architects.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 27 Oct. 2025
After a few months of teasing a romance filled with yachts and lobster, Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau’s summer fling has made it to the fall.
—Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 26 Oct. 2025
There are no overwater bungalows here, no party yachts crowding the reefs.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 22 Oct. 2025
Following its debut, Four Seasons plans to launch multiple yachts in its fleet, including the Four Seasons II in 2027.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 21 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for yachts
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Shrimp boats bob in the harbor, American flags flutter from pastel porches and old oak trees draped in Spanish moss offer cool shade.—
Noreen Kompanik,
Boston Herald,
19 Oct. 2025
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Kennebunkport, Maine Lobster boats bob in the waves and beachcombers search for shells.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
20 Sep. 2025
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The Hong Kong builder plans to be much more public about these striking new vessels.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
7 Nov. 2025
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Industry acceptance of aluminum hulls and lightweight composite structures has helped too, reducing energy demand and making electrification feasible for larger vessels.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
6 Nov. 2025
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The Gregory House comes alive with artisans, botanists, and historians demonstrating different crafts, as well as discussing the rare flora and fauna at the park.—
Carrie Honaker,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Nov. 2025
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The Creative Minds of Tomorrow program received 799 entries this year, with 124 participants selected across 13 filmmaking crafts, including three new disciplines.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
8 Nov. 2025
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Visitors can slip into a cozy seersucker robe and watch sailboats drift by while sipping a cocktail.—
Gabi De la Rosa,
Southern Living,
7 Nov. 2025
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Best Hotels & Resorts Loft Maré Loft Maré sits just above Praia dos Anjos, close enough for an easy walk yet elevated enough to catch views of rooftops and sailboats.—
Aaron Randolph,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Yachts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/yachts. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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