as in mermaid
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Recent Examples of Nereid
Nana, Mom, and my sister glistened with Hawaiian Tropic — a trio of golden-tanned nereids in black swimsuits and designer sunglasses.
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Alison Fields, Longreads, 25 July 2019
Alison Fields, Longreads, 25 July 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for Nereid
Noun
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Cento Raw Bar, which looks like a mermaid’s den, debuts in West Adams.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2025
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The thriller tells the story of a dental hygienist who is seduced by a mysterious mermaid into the dark and wet underworld of Florida’s exotic animal trade.—
Katcy Stephan,
Variety,
4 June 2025
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The government has not yet announced when commercial flights will resume, leaving thousands in limbo as missile strikes and air raid sirens continue across the country.—
Amanda Castro
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 June 2025
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When the 17-year-old ran a red light at Payne Avenue and Seventh Street, Kill turned on his emergency lights and siren and began pursuing the vehicle.—
Kathryn Kovalenko,
Twin Cities,
18 June 2025
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“Nereid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/Nereid. Accessed 24 Jun. 2025.
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