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also fiord
as in bay
a part of a body of water that extends beyond the general shoreline
a cruise through the breathtaking fjords along the coast of Norway
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Recent Examples of fjord
The film shows what happens when an entire mountain collapses into a fjord, triggering a tsunami that promises to ravage the quiet coastal town of Geiranger in ten minutes.
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Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 19 July 2024
Another Piece Of The Puzzle Lies In Underwater Topography
In coastal waters around British Columbia and Alaska, fjords and deep inlets come right up to the shore.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
Diamond Jig The classic four-side diamond jig has been around for nearly a century and from Atlantic halibut in the fjords of Norway to cod in Nova Scotia to yellowtail kingfish in California, there are very few saltwater species that won’t smack one.
—Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 17 Oct. 2024
What to Do in Chilean Patagonia The Chilean part of Patagonia, which stretches more than 1,000 miles north to south, is home to volcanos, glacial fjords, a temperate rain forest, and the highest density of pumas in the world.
—Jordan Harvey, Travel + Leisure, 15 Oct. 2024
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Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 19 July 2024
Another Piece Of The Puzzle Lies In Underwater Topography
In coastal waters around British Columbia and Alaska, fjords and deep inlets come right up to the shore.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
Diamond Jig The classic four-side diamond jig has been around for nearly a century and from Atlantic halibut in the fjords of Norway to cod in Nova Scotia to yellowtail kingfish in California, there are very few saltwater species that won’t smack one.
—Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 17 Oct. 2024
What to Do in Chilean Patagonia The Chilean part of Patagonia, which stretches more than 1,000 miles north to south, is home to volcanos, glacial fjords, a temperate rain forest, and the highest density of pumas in the world.
—Jordan Harvey, Travel + Leisure, 15 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fjord
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However, the short-range K-15 is only able to target southern Pakistan from the bay, and the submarines have to deploy to the South China Sea to strike China.Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 29 Nov. 2024
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If there is a lack of activity in the bay, however, your boat may take you out on the ocean where the waters are rougher.Adam Morganstern, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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Long before its golden sands and rocky coves became reality TV-famous, Laguna Beach was known as an enclave for artists, eccentrics, surfers, and bohemians.Christina Pérez, Vogue, 21 Nov. 2024
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Days can be spent soaking up the sun at the infinity pool (settle down and you’ll be bought your own mini cooler box stocked with iced water and fruit juice) or at the beach, which is sheltered by dramatic rock formations leading to hidden coves.Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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The gulf is wide: In 2022, bachelor’s degree holders made an average of 59% more than those who only graduated high school, according to the National Center for Education Statistics.Alexandra Byrne, NBC News, 17 Nov. 2024
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What explains this apparent gulf between the technicals and fundamentals?Shawn Tully, Fortune, 29 Oct. 2024
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The billionaire’s vast business empire spans airports, mining, ports, cement, and power generation.Yessar Rosendar, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Target’s bottom line also took a supply chain hit, as the company got a head start on bringing in inventory ahead of the East Coast port strike last month.Evan Clark, WWD, 20 Nov. 2024
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This under-the-radar gem is home to an array of outdoor activities, from kayaking and whale watching to exploring the wildlife-rich estuaries and hiking at nearby state parks.Chelsea Davis, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
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Snorkel a biodiverse estuary, then have lunch on a small tropical island If your kids have ever dreamed of exploring under the sea through The Little Mermaid’s eyes, Blue Heron Bridge, located near West Palm Beach, is the perfect place to try it.Gina Kramer, USA TODAY, 24 Oct. 2024
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“Fjord.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fjord. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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