as in holes
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 pits
Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 2 Apr. 2026
The patio at Saints and Council features fire pits, heaters and heated seats.
—Henri Hollis, AJC.com, 1 Apr. 2026
Baltimore City Recreation and Parks will clean, weed, and mulch 500 tree pits, and the Department of Public Works (DPW) will sweep 25,000 miles of road, complete 6,000 graffiti removals, and 12,000 bulk waste pickups.
—Tara Lynch, CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026
Taylor began cooking over fire pits in her garden, sometimes with her then-toddlers (safely) helping out.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 30 Mar. 2026
Avoid using fire pits and outdoor fireplaces, the Waxhaw Fire Department said.
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 28 Mar. 2026
The site is 30 minutes away from the Pacific Coast and offers an array of amenities including pools, a spa, fire pits, wellness center and dog parks.
—Sacbee.com, 26 Mar. 2026
The Pickleball Trials take place on Monday, March 30 – this one pits band members Rivers Cuomo, Scott Shriner, Patrick Wilson and Brian Bell against fans in a pickleball tournament.
—Peter Larsen, Daily News, 26 Mar. 2026
The boundaries of the necropolis are not clearly defined, scientists said, noting modern planting pits, ditches and agricultural work have obliterated several tombs.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 20 Mar. 2026
Noun
Pangea’s partners mill (grind) and hydrolyze (break down using water) these pits.
—Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 2 Apr. 2026
The patio at Saints and Council features fire pits, heaters and heated seats.
—Henri Hollis, AJC.com, 1 Apr. 2026
Baltimore City Recreation and Parks will clean, weed, and mulch 500 tree pits, and the Department of Public Works (DPW) will sweep 25,000 miles of road, complete 6,000 graffiti removals, and 12,000 bulk waste pickups.
—Tara Lynch, CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026
Taylor began cooking over fire pits in her garden, sometimes with her then-toddlers (safely) helping out.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 30 Mar. 2026
Avoid using fire pits and outdoor fireplaces, the Waxhaw Fire Department said.
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 28 Mar. 2026
The site is 30 minutes away from the Pacific Coast and offers an array of amenities including pools, a spa, fire pits, wellness center and dog parks.
—Sacbee.com, 26 Mar. 2026
The Pickleball Trials take place on Monday, March 30 – this one pits band members Rivers Cuomo, Scott Shriner, Patrick Wilson and Brian Bell against fans in a pickleball tournament.
—Peter Larsen, Daily News, 26 Mar. 2026
The boundaries of the necropolis are not clearly defined, scientists said, noting modern planting pits, ditches and agricultural work have obliterated several tombs.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 20 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pits
Noun
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Korda took the season opener that was cut to 54 holes because of extreme cold and wind in Florida, while Kim won last week at Sharon Heights.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
28 Mar. 2026
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Make no mistake, as healthy top-to-bottom as Denver is, there are still a few notable holes on this roster.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
28 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The richest man alive, Elon Musk, has countered that taxing every billionaire at 100% barely dents the $39 trillion national debt.—
Catherina Gioino,
Fortune,
30 Mar. 2026
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The Red Wings’ penalty kill has been better on the whole this season, though an 0-for-3 showing certainly dents their numbers and drops them to 80 percent on the season.—
Max Bultman,
New York Times,
10 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Tomar said stripping fluoride from the water in Birmingham has unnecessarily put residents at greater risk for cavities.—
Aria Bendix,
NBC news,
27 Mar. 2026
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Rather than applying the same treatment to everyone, the system adjusts sound waves to match an individual’s anatomy, aiming to work with the natural structure of the sinus cavities rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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This creates an intricate network of microscopic cracks that, in addition to visible furrows, help retain the water elephants douse themselves in to stay cool.—
Clare Watson,
Quanta Magazine,
27 Feb. 2026
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The balks and furrows, left undisturbed, had other uses too.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The boundaries of the necropolis are not clearly defined, scientists said, noting modern planting pits, ditches and agricultural work have obliterated several tombs.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
20 Mar. 2026
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The sweet steam mixed with the sour smell of leaves in ditches and marshy places along the creek.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Pits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pits. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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