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as in vessel
a small buoyant structure for travel on water
paddling the little boat across the lake is great exercise, but tiring
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as in ship
a large craft for travel by water
you'll have to take a passenger boat to get to the island
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Recent Examples of boat
Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 14 Feb. 2025
The crew members also landed near Shelter Island, where a fishing boat crew that had witnessed the incident pulled them to safety.
—Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Feb. 2025
Barbara A. Perry, Newsweek, 28 Jan. 2025
Together the three bodies of water create the Jupiter Inlet, a hot spot for boating activity and the backdrop for a lively Riverwalk that’s dotted with retail shops, waterfront restaurants, and places to hop aboard for a sunset cruise.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 24 Jan. 2025
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Noun
The singer recounted how Jogia planned a surprise anniversary trip to Barcelona before proposing on a boat.
—Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 14 Feb. 2025
The crew members also landed near Shelter Island, where a fishing boat crew that had witnessed the incident pulled them to safety.
—Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Feb. 2025
Verb
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued gale warnings for waters off nine states, cautioning against boating due to hazardous conditions as strong winds, high waves and reduced visibility are expected, making maritime travel dangerous.
—Barbara A. Perry, Newsweek, 28 Jan. 2025
Together the three bodies of water create the Jupiter Inlet, a hot spot for boating activity and the backdrop for a lively Riverwalk that’s dotted with retail shops, waterfront restaurants, and places to hop aboard for a sunset cruise.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 24 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for boat
Noun
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Whatever your group size, though, expect to be booking larger vessels.—
The Editors,
Robb Report,
23 Feb. 2025
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The three naval vessels, which include one of the most powerful warships in the Chinese navy’s fleet, were outside Australia’s exclusive economic zone when the drills took place, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese of Australia told reporters.—
Victoria Kim,
New York Times,
21 Feb. 2025
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What to Know The U.S. Treasury and State Departments sanctioned over 30 individuals and ships, including leaders of Iran's National Iranian Oil Company and Iranian Oil Terminals Company for their role in brokering crude oil sales.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
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And we are not finished’: Buffett wrote in his letter to investors, describing Berkshire’s reinvestment strategy STRATEGIES + ADVICE In times of crisis, business leaders need to quickly be able to cope and right the ship.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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The cameras roll, and the sea and sky, with a click of a mouse, become a tropical afternoon and a gentle swell, and Sandokan sails once more.—
John Bleasdale,
Variety,
21 Feb. 2025
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The Chinese flotilla sailed to the south and arrived in the Tasman Sea 150 nautical miles east of Sydney, on Australia's east coast, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
21 Feb. 2025
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This led to an emotional confrontation between the sensei and his former student before the Sekai Taikai — and an explosive showdown between Kreese and Silver on the latter's yacht.—
Kristen Baldwin,
EW.com,
13 Feb. 2025
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Soar high above Anguilla and St. Maarten on a private helicopter tour, set sail on a private yacht for a snorkeling excursion in the crystal-clear waters, and relax at the spa for a couple’s treatment.—
Devorah Lev-Tov,
Robb Report,
13 Feb. 2025
Verb
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From the day their children are born, parents ferry them to and from medical offices, getting their immune systems boosted, teeth cleaned, eyes checked and stuffy noses decongested.—
Laura Williamson/American Heart Association News,
Boston Herald,
21 Feb. 2025
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The Connie in February 2004 ferried Travolta, a licensed pilot and aircraft enthusiast, to his 50th birthday party in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
19 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Officials did not specify the age of the canoe or its specific type.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
13 Jan. 2025
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Another photo shows the firefighters on their stomachs, with one person breaking through the ice and the other gripping the side of the canoe.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
26 Dec. 2024
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As Adrián paddled through the frigid waters, the massive whale surfaced unexpectedly, engulfing both him and his yellow kayak.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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The kayak fisherman was identified as Matthew John Patrick Wells by a Fox Weather report.—
David Caraccio,
Sacramento Bee,
13 Feb. 2025
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Just 30 minutes from Athens city center, this 40-mile stretch of coastline is undergoing a resurgence, driven by the completion of Europe's most extensive coastal park, planned for the end of 2025, and a raft of the most fabulous hotel chains setting up home.—
Alex Ledsom,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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Many basements flooded and cars were submerged up to their wheels or windows, while nearly half of the homes lost heat and nearly 100 residents were evacuated, including by boats and rafts.—
Annalise Frank,
Axios,
18 Feb. 2025
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“Boat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boat. Accessed 28 Feb. 2025.
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