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as in waterfall
a fall of water usually from a great height the river forms a series of cascades as it drops a total of 200 feet in elevation

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Noun
In a statement, the IAEA outlined the plans Iran informed it of, which include feeding uranium into some 45 cascades of its advanced IR-2M, IR-4 and IR-6 centrifuges. Jon Gambrell, Los Angeles Times, 29 Nov. 2024 In the winter of 1885-86, a local lawyer and newspaper owner named Charles McGlashan was inspired by the cascade of purges across the West Coast. Greg Rosalsky, NPR, 26 Nov. 2024
Verb
Six people remain missing after mud, rocks, and trees cascaded down a mountainside during torrential rains over the weekend, officials said. Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2024 The large wooden head (also designed by Crowley and built by Corbould’s team) stands 16 feet high, elevated another 12 feet off the ground, and performs through cascading curtains. Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 23 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for cascade 
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Noun
  • Designed to promote wellness and intentional living principles, the home’s spa retreat offers contrast therapy with a cold plunge and sauna, an alfresco meditation spot, a Zen garden, and serene walking trails amid tranquil waterfalls and a turtle pond.
    Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 16 Dec. 2024
  • Nicknamed the Emerald Isle, Ireland is famed for its lush, emerald landscapes, from the towering Cliffs of Moher to the rugged mountains, sparkling lakes, and cascading waterfalls of Killarney National Park.
    Lewis Nunn, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Fans looking to stream the show live can access the Paramount Network at paramountnetwork.com, as well as on streaming services with live TV capability, such as Hulu + Live TV.
    Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 15 Dec. 2024
  • All 14 seasons of Blue Bloods are streaming on Paramount+.
    Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 14 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • The nutrition in sourdough bread can vary depending on the type of flour and other ingredients used and the preparation method.
    Elizabeth Barnes, Verywell Health, 13 Dec. 2024
  • The mugs, which cost between $20 and $50 depending on the model, were sold at retailers like Amazon, Target, Walmart and Dick’s Sporting Goods.
    Karina Tsui, CNN, 13 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • According to the court documents, former Baldwin Park City Councilmember Ricardo Pacheco began soliciting bribes from companies seeking marijuana permits after the city started issuing them in 2017.
    Madeline Armstrong | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 14 Dec. 2024
  • Investigators said the material had been produced between January and July 2022 in Osceola County and in March 2024, a federal arrest warrant was issued.
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Using the overhanging foil as handles, lift the bar to a cutting board.
    Lyndsay C. Green, Detroit Free Press, 31 Oct. 2024
  • However, the trek has features such as natural waterslides, overhanging rocks, boulder fields, cascades, and pools for swimming.
    Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 24 July 2024
Verb
  • According to the source, Taylor and her family — including dad Scott and mom Andrea — hosted the Kelces in Nashville, before Travis jetted off to prepare for the Chiefs' winning game against the Las Vegas Raiders on Friday, Nov. 29.
    Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 2 Dec. 2024
  • Ahead of jetting into Cannes – with iconic Poirot actor David Suchet joining the party – Managing Director Jonathan Ford and Sphere Media CEO Bruno Dubé spoke to Deadline.
    Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 15 Oct. 2024
Verb
  • Subscribers, meanwhile, are estimated to fall nearly 5% next year, to 59.6 million from 62.7 million.
    Brian Steinberg, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
  • With falling costs, tags and sensors will drive intelligent networks across homes and industries, creating connected ecosystems far beyond those achieved to date by devices like Apple’s AirTag.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • The laughs hit hard and the blood spurts wildly in this tale of the Smith family, led by patriarch Frost, who goes on holiday on a remote island with some dark and deadly secrets.
    William Earl, Variety, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Stock up Tyler Toffoli, Jake Walman, Alexander Wennberg, Timothy Liljegren Toffoli has given San Jose immediate payoff for its $24 million investment with a hot start and another current goal spurt to lead the club with nine.
    Eric Stephens, The Athletic, 22 Nov. 2024

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“Cascade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cascade. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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