Thesaurus results for SHORES

shores

noun

plural of shore

as in pillars

a structure that holds up or serves as a foundation for something else the carpenter placed a shore underneath the sagging roof of the porch

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Recent Examples of shores The remote island in Lake Superior lies roughly three hours by ferry off of Northern Michigan’s shores. — Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 23 Aug. 2026 Life-threatening swells and rip currents are possible along east- and south-facing shores. — Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2026 Set along the quieter shores of San José del Cabo, the intimate retreat elevates wellness through its partnership with Sensei, the acclaimed wellbeing brand whose Los Cabos outpost is one of only a three worldwide. — Jill Schildhouse, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026 Moore Russell celebrated with supporters Tuesday evening on the shores of Lake Orlando, declaring that the result showed people at the ballot box can overcome money. — Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Aug. 2026 Prince Harry and his family will leave the sunny shores of Southern California and return to the United Kingdom, a source familiar with the couple’s plans said. — Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 19 Aug. 2026 Rubelli's archive consists of thousands of textiles, and the most valued of all begin here, just off the shores of the famous lake, in this room. — Ondine Cohane, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Aug. 2026 Placer is a Republican county that stretches from the Sacramento suburbs to the northwestern shores of Lake Tahoe. — Nicholas Riccardi, Los Angeles Times, 17 Aug. 2026 For centuries, our shores have welcomed those from abroad looking for the opportunity to grow, build, and achieve. — Nancy Hagans, New York Daily News, 16 Aug. 2026

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Noun

Volkswagen’s prosperity was recently based on two pillars – huge profits earned in China, and the highly successful German base where its engineers led the world for decades in making and exporting advanced sedans and SUVs.

— Neil Winton, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Narrower set of engines Next week's nonfarm payrolls report could also give some reassurance on how the economy is doing, which remains robust but with weakening pillars of support.

— Sarah Min, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of pillars

Noun

Two police unions, the Sindicato Unificado de Policia and Confederacion Espanola de Policia, requested extensive reinforcements from the mainland.

— Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 28 Aug. 2026
With Cruz sidelined for the foreseeable future, a Yankees bullpen that didn’t add reinforcements before the trade deadline is in flux.

— Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of reinforcements

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The money comes from foundations and from Tulsa's First Presbyterian Church, located across the street.

— Scott Horsley, NPR, 26 Aug. 2026
Launched in 2022 with an initial $400 million investment, LIV Golf looked to rival the PGA Tour by featuring $250 million in prize purses, with no less of an aim than to shake the foundations of the sport.

— Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of foundations

Noun

Summary Toyota's new C-HR+ electric SUV signals a serious EV commitment, presenting a larger, sharper-looking model distinct from its hybrid counterpart, built on bZ4X underpinnings.

— Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
However, the political underpinnings of that panic are rarely identified and challenged.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of underpinnings

Noun

With their swollen, flaring buttresses and soaring heights of 80 feet or more, the trees are awe-inspiring when reflected in the dark water.

— Charles Seabrook, AJC.com, 25 July 2026
Researchers have been concerned that without their icy buttresses, these walls could collapse.

— Megan I. Gannon, Scientific American, 6 May 2026

Definition of buttresses

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Halting overnight stays at the park because of a lack of water is rare, although the pipeline frequently has failed over the years.

— ABC News, ABC News, 31 Aug. 2026
How to Book Miraval Arizona is part of the World of Hyatt loyalty program, allowing members to earn and redeem points for stays.

— Jessica Ritz, Travel + Leisure, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of stays

Noun

Related Stories Also revealed in the trailer are Chocobo mounts, a grappling hook and the new Summon Typhon and open-world exploration via parachute.

— Tanya Fedak, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
Frustration mounts as families seek answers The reward in Carlow’s case was increased to $25,000 in July, up from $10,000.

— Sarah Raza, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2026

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