as in hole
a sunken area forming a separate space
removal of the tree stump left a gaping pit in the yard
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Recent Examples of pit
Samantha Moilanen, Chicago Tribune, 21 Mar. 2025
The main event headlining this card pits Dustin Pague against Andrew Angelcor in a welterweight fight and will be held at 2300 Arena in Philadelphia.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 21 Mar. 2025
Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Mar. 2025
Unfortunately for the Briton and his teammate Charles Leclerc, Ferrari missed out on an opportunity by not pitting them early for a switch to intermediate tires, which could have resulted in a much better race finish than the P10 and P8 both drivers secured.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 17 Mar. 2025
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Noun
The grassroots environmental group said dye tests performed from Homewood Disposal’s sump pump pit and recommended by the Bryan consultants confirmed the storm drain in the north pond is the source of the contamination.
—Samantha Moilanen, Chicago Tribune, 21 Mar. 2025
The main event headlining this card pits Dustin Pague against Andrew Angelcor in a welterweight fight and will be held at 2300 Arena in Philadelphia.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 21 Mar. 2025
Verb
The fifth season began with the smirk seen ’round the globe, pitting June Osborne (Moss) against Serena Joy Waterford (Yvonne Strahovski).
—Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Mar. 2025
Unfortunately for the Briton and his teammate Charles Leclerc, Ferrari missed out on an opportunity by not pitting them early for a switch to intermediate tires, which could have resulted in a much better race finish than the P10 and P8 both drivers secured.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 17 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pit
Noun
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Bolster burn barrel safety: If burning is permitted in your area, ensure that all burn barrels have a weighted metal cover, complete with holes no larger than 3/4 of an inch.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Mar. 2025
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The Giants have holes and needs to address, and that’s with several young players expected to contribute.—
Grant Brisbee,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Seven years through Anderson’s tenure, Loewe, like every other fashion brand, was faced with the challenge of selling clothing and accessories during the pandemic, with stay-at-home mandates denting consumer spending.—
Rebecca Mead,
The New Yorker,
17 Mar. 2025
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Adidas has been trying to put the Yeezy affair behind it since antisemitic rants by Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, forced it to end the highly profitable partnership, denting revenues and driving the company to an annual loss in 2023.—
Helen Reid and Linda Pasquini,
USA TODAY,
5 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In some areas, the level of naturally occurring fluoride in the water is already at a level that can prevent cavities.—
Alyssa Goldberg,
USA TODAY,
19 Mar. 2025
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The mineral strengthens teeth and reduces cavities.—
Amy Feldman,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Resolve this issue by first checking which water supply line is kinked.—
Timothy Dale,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 Oct. 2024
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Flush the Water Supply Lines The water supply lines are at risk of kinking and becoming clogged with sediment, scale buildup, and debris.—
Timothy Dale,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 Oct. 2024
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“Pit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pit. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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