weir

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Recent Examples of weir Since Helene hit the city, crews have worked throughout the island to clear storm drains and debris and manage weirs to increase storage capacity of storm water, the city said. Dalia Faheid, CNN, 6 Oct. 2024 This is a typical day on a salmon weir in southeast Alaska. Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 21 Sep. 2024 Climate & Environment New California water measures aim to increase fines for violators, protect wetlands Sept. 6, 2024 The city controls several weirs where water is diverted. Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2024 State and federal management of water infrastructure, including the pumps, dams and weirs that transport water across California, have a significant impact on fish populations. Ari Plachta, Sacramento Bee, 8 Apr. 2024 See All Example Sentences for weir
Recent Examples of Synonyms for weir
Noun
  • This option returns the pond to its full former glory including sluice gate repair, dredging the full pond area and recreational enhancements to include 5.7 acres of open water and two fishing platforms.
    Erik S. Hanley, Journal Sentinel, 9 Dec. 2024
  • In 2014, Kyrgyz and Tajik conscripts exchanged fire over a strategic sluice in Ak-Sai.
    Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, 24 Aug. 2016
Noun
  • The low cost and the constant barrage of new material are surely factors.
    Ryan Faughnder, Los Angeles Times, 19 Feb. 2025
  • Russia launches drone strike on Ukraine in wake of talks Hours after the U.S.-Russia discussions concluded with a commitment to continue talks, Russia launched a major missile and drone barrage into Ukraine.
    David Brennan, ABC News, 19 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • Unfortunately, there are two barriers to accessibility.
    Julian Chokkattu, WIRED, 28 Feb. 2025
  • Alsatian Pinot Noir is made in a style that’s clearly French, but because its less famous than its nearby Burgundy counterparts, the barrier for entry is lower.
    Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 28 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • Smugglers’ paradise With its labyrinth of canals, bays, waterways and lakes, and close proximity to The Bahamas and Cuba, South Florida long has been a favorite landing spot for smugglers.
    Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 16 Feb. 2025
  • Paddle In The Ocean Rent a kayak or a canoe and explore the sea and Mexico Beach’s many canals by boat.
    Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2025

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