like water
phrase
informal
: in large amounts
He spends money like water.
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The city is recommending zoning regulations that fall in line with state statute while trying to calm residents who are worried data centers will overwhelm resources like water and energy and impose on their quality of life.
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2 July 2026
Casper didn’t like water, which made bathing him difficult, his mother told authorities.
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CNN Money,
30 June 2026
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Alysa Guffey,
IndyStar,
2 July 2026
Casper didn’t like water, which made bathing him difficult, his mother told authorities.
—
Alisha Ebrahimji,
CNN Money,
30 June 2026
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“Like water.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/like%20water. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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