as in source
a point or place at which something is invented or provided
regards the Bible as the fountain of all truth concerning the Divinity
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Recent Examples of fountain
Rachel Raposas, People.com, 30 Jan. 2025
The Coligny Beach Park also has lots of amenities too: gazebos with swings, a fountain with synchronized jets, seating areas (including rocking chairs), beach matting for wheelchair access, outdoor showers, and a free parking area.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 26 Jan. 2025
Brett Braley, Robb Report, 21 Sep. 2022
Last year, a 6-year-old boy in Lake Jackson, Texas, died after contracting the brain-eating amoeba that was found in the water of splash fountain the boy had played in.
—Amanda Jackson, CNN, 28 Sep. 2021
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Noun
In the post, Koma holds a small, big-eyed cat with fur spilling out her ears like a fountain.
—Rachel Raposas, People.com, 30 Jan. 2025
The Coligny Beach Park also has lots of amenities too: gazebos with swings, a fountain with synchronized jets, seating areas (including rocking chairs), beach matting for wheelchair access, outdoor showers, and a free parking area.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 26 Jan. 2025
Verb
These pens are usually exclusive to Japan, so to find it with an American retailer, and at a price point that isn’t inflated, is a nice surprise and the perfect entrée to fountain pens.
—Brett Braley, Robb Report, 21 Sep. 2022
Last year, a 6-year-old boy in Lake Jackson, Texas, died after contracting the brain-eating amoeba that was found in the water of splash fountain the boy had played in.
—Amanda Jackson, CNN, 28 Sep. 2021
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fountain
Noun
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Our fact-check sources Matt Reagan, Feb. 20, Phone interview with USA TODAY Thank you for supporting our journalism.—
Kate S. Petersen,
USA TODAY,
22 Feb. 2025
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The information the source supplies must be newsworthy and give readers genuine insight.—
Tripp Mickle,
New York Times,
21 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Various bad dudes with all sorts of reasons for revenge pop in and out spouting leaden dialogue that confirms why this script has been in the drawer for so long.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
6 Feb. 2025
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Ye also courted controversy that year after voicing admiration for Adolf Hitler as well spouting anti-Jewish sentiments.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
3 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Imagine visitors from around the world paying tribute to the cradle of civilization, enjoying all of Syria's majestic nature and history in safety and security.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
21 Feb. 2025
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His lightning-quick, single-leg takedown went right into a cradle.—
Kevin J. Farmer,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Some fans gushed over Pierre and even edited themselves with the heartthrob actor in the clip.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA TODAY,
12 Feb. 2025
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The stack of executive orders gushing from the White House spans so many fronts that disoriented Democrats appear unsure how to fight back.—
Josh Feldman,
NBC News,
9 Feb. 2025
Noun
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In the Reds first spring game, De La Cruz hit two home runs in his only two at-bats.—
Bernie Pleskoff,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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Among the items featured are the organza feather dress from the summer 2018 collection (originally only available by special order); the arty coat from the spring 2014 collection, and the leather cape from the summer 2018 campaign.—
Andrea Onate,
WWD,
25 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The beauty of this device is its hard-working design, which disperses any essential oil of your choosing through the air while spurting a continuous mist of moisturizing vapor in the air.—
Sarah Madaus,
Allure,
13 Jan. 2025
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Third quarter spurt, but Sixers respond The Kings moved to a zone defense early in the third quarter that seemed to flummox Philadelphia.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacramento Bee,
30 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The eight-episode season is an origin story for the titular king, beginning with a flash forward to his showdown with Goliath (Martyn Ford) before rewinding to his days as a humble shepherd.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
27 Feb. 2025
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Available in a Jasmine Woods scent or fragrance-free, it’s made with 100% natural origin ingredients, including rich botanical oils like argan, hibiscus seed and macadamia seed oils.—
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Hot Springs is overflowing with scenic views and unique activities.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
18 Feb. 2025
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Frankly, there were too many celebrity appearances to name in one article, considering the audience was overflowing with former Saturday Night Live superstars and other Hollywood A-listers.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
17 Feb. 2025
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“Fountain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fountain. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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