as in bays
an area of sea water that is separated from the ocean by a reef or sandbar
Beyond the beach there was a picturesque blue lagoon.
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Recent Examples of lagoons
At least 70 whales have perished since the start of the year in the shallow, protected lagoons of Mexico’s Baja California peninsula where the animals have congregated for eons to calf, nurse and breed, said Steven Swartz, a marine scientist who has studied gray whales since 1977.
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Susanne Rust, Los Angeles Times, 8 Apr. 2025
At least 70 whales have perished since the start of the year in the shallow lagoons of Mexico’s Baja California peninsula where the animals gather to calf, nurse and breed.
—Susanne Rust, Los Angeles Times, 8 Apr. 2025
This could indicate that there were environmental differences between the ancient Scottish lagoons and that some dinosaurs may have preferred one lagoon over another.
—Stephanie Edwards, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2025
In stark contrast to the generally cold and blustery weather on Skye today, the area would have had a warm and humid subtropical climate during the Middle Jurassic, with a series of lagoons on a huge river estuary, Blakesley said.
—Jack Guy, CNN Money, 2 Apr. 2025
Whale watching is only allowed in open water and prohibited in passes, bays and lagoons.
—Emese MacZko, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
But the striking Lowcountry nature — the vistas, lagoons and mossy trails — tucked between waterways is expansive enough to barely just get a taste.
—Kayleigh Ruller, Charlotte Observer, 12 Mar. 2025
The lagoons span over seven acres and hold about seven million gallons of water.
—Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025
Lanzarote is home to a variety of beaches, including some volcanic black sand beaches, as well as tropical blue lagoons.
—Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
Susanne Rust, Los Angeles Times, 8 Apr. 2025
At least 70 whales have perished since the start of the year in the shallow lagoons of Mexico’s Baja California peninsula where the animals gather to calf, nurse and breed.
—Susanne Rust, Los Angeles Times, 8 Apr. 2025
This could indicate that there were environmental differences between the ancient Scottish lagoons and that some dinosaurs may have preferred one lagoon over another.
—Stephanie Edwards, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2025
In stark contrast to the generally cold and blustery weather on Skye today, the area would have had a warm and humid subtropical climate during the Middle Jurassic, with a series of lagoons on a huge river estuary, Blakesley said.
—Jack Guy, CNN Money, 2 Apr. 2025
Whale watching is only allowed in open water and prohibited in passes, bays and lagoons.
—Emese MacZko, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
But the striking Lowcountry nature — the vistas, lagoons and mossy trails — tucked between waterways is expansive enough to barely just get a taste.
—Kayleigh Ruller, Charlotte Observer, 12 Mar. 2025
The lagoons span over seven acres and hold about seven million gallons of water.
—Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025
Lanzarote is home to a variety of beaches, including some volcanic black sand beaches, as well as tropical blue lagoons.
—Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lagoons
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Another notable individual is a female known as Flame, who has been sighted 695 times over the past 20 years — more than any other humpback — mostly in the coves, bays, and inlets around Juneau, Alaska’s capital.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
26 Dec. 2024
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On the North Island, explore craggy coves and cliffside beaches along the Coromandel Peninsula, located across the gulf from Auckland, New Zealand’s largest city.—
Nicholas DeRenzo,
AFAR Media,
18 Dec. 2024
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In The Norwegian Fjords The arrival of spring in Norway’s fjords is one of nature’s most breathtaking transformations.—
David Nikel,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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Norwegian Fjords Without the Crowds Spring is the perfect season for outdoor enthusiasts who want to experience Norway’s fjords without the peak summer crowds.—
David Nikel,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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On Monday, crews are continuing to work to clear the roads as temperatures sits near zero with negative wind chills.—
Noelle Alviz-Gransee,
Kansas City Star,
6 Jan. 2025
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Crews are working to clear snow and ice from roads after blizzard conditions Sunday brought 8-12 inches of snow in various parts of the metro, according to the National Weather Service in Kansas City.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
6 Jan. 2025
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“Lagoons.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lagoons. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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