cwms

noun

Definition of cwmsnext
plural of cwm, chiefly British
as in fissures

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  1. fissures
  2. crevices
  3. canyons
  4. valleys
Noun
  • Australia are currently world champions in Test and ODI cricket although the fissures have been appearing in a variety of top-order collapses against weaker opposition.
    Tim Ellis, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
  • President Biden's extraordinary decision to pardon his son Hunter has exposed deep Democratic fissures that are spilling into public view, complicating the party's efforts to rebuild after a disastrous election.
    Zachary Basu, Axios, 3 Dec. 2024
Definition of fissures
Noun
  • In fact, according to our experts, failing to take some time to walk around you and thoroughly inspect crevices for gaps or cracks in your home can cause major problems for you comfort-wise and wallet-wise this winter season.
    Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The hot water cycle will kill off bacteria and other germs that may have accumulated in the gasket and crevices.
    Alyssa Shaffer, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of crevices
Noun
  • Valleys and canyons can transform into wind tunnels in these extreme conditions.
    Rong-Gong Lin II, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024
  • The Film AlUla shorts germinated from the AlUla Creates program at Film AlUla, the film commission for the swathe of northwest Saudi Arabia roughly the size of Belgium that also comprises a lush oasis and vast sandstone canyons.
    Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of canyons
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  • Winds of 35 to 45 mph in the valleys and gusts of 50 to 65 mph in the mountains will help fan any fires that do develop quickly and may reduce visibility with blowing smoke and dust adding to travel concerns in the region.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The sprinter found support, during her trek across her dark valleys, through a consistent commitment to therapy.
    Essence, Essence, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of valleys
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