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as in bowl
a large circular container used especially for holding water for washing
They washed their clothes in a basin.
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as in valley
a depressed or sunken area of land
The animals drank from a shallow basin surrounded by grasslands.
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Recent Examples of basin
The original treaty was negotiated by the upper basin states of Colorado, Wyoming, Utah and New Mexico as well as the three Lower Basin states of Arizona, Nevada and California.
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Alan Gionet,
CBS News,
27 June 2026
The wire seals certify a vessel had either been decontaminated and inspected for invasive species or was last launched in the Lake Tahoe basin, agency officials said in a news release.
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Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
26 June 2026
Bend and Redmond, the basin’s two largest cities, are facing uncertain future supplies; during the drought of 2022, COID diverted over 12 times more water than both cities combined, with their then roughly 132,000 total residents.
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Emily Cureton Cook,
ProPublica,
26 June 2026
Saharan dust storms make their way west A plume of Saharan dust is moving into western portions of the Atlantic hurricane basin.
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Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
26 June 2026
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Alan Gionet,
CBS News,
27 June 2026
The wire seals certify a vessel had either been decontaminated and inspected for invasive species or was last launched in the Lake Tahoe basin, agency officials said in a news release.
—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
26 June 2026
Bend and Redmond, the basin’s two largest cities, are facing uncertain future supplies; during the drought of 2022, COID diverted over 12 times more water than both cities combined, with their then roughly 132,000 total residents.
—
Emily Cureton Cook,
ProPublica,
26 June 2026
Saharan dust storms make their way west A plume of Saharan dust is moving into western portions of the Atlantic hurricane basin.
—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
26 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for basin
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Lower bowl and mid-level seats were going for $3,500 to $5,000.
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Drain crab meat and place in a large mixing bowl.
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When camping in an open environment, select a campsite in a valley, ravine, or low region.
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From rolling vineyards to lush river valleys, high limestone bluffs to some pretty great lakes, this region of the United States is often overlooked.
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The primary bath is equipped with a huge freestanding stone tub and a matching vanity with dual sinks.
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Spritz the entire shower—walls, floor, and tub—and let the solution work for at least 15 minutes to begin dissolving the grime.
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One of the most pit-dropping experiences is getting to your destination after a long-haul flight and not being able to use or charge any of your devices—something flight attendants can’t risk as people who consistently travel abroad.
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The spirit was fermented in earthen pits and distilled, a process that took a year across eight fermentations and seven distillations.
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There are books and wine bottles as decor on the ledges, and a glow of warm lighting.
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Small, compact and portable, no coffee maker needed, and each bottle provides up to 35 servings.
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When camping in an open environment, select a campsite in a valley, ravine, or low region.
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When camping in an open environment, select a campsite in a valley, ravine, or low region.
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Rosenthal said Alamo has specifically seen success when releasing popcorn buckets for anniversary titles.
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Health officials recommend eliminating standing water from bird baths, flowerpots, buckets, old tires, children's toys and other outdoor containers where mosquitoes lay eggs.
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From here the route winds south past the town of Telluride, with its legendary skiing and film, jazz and bluegrass festivals, and out to Mesa Verde National Park, where Puebloan people carved gorgeous cliff dwellings in the buttes and gorges.
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Letchworth State Park, recently named Best State Park in USA TODAY’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards, offers 66 miles of hiking trails, a 600-foot gorge and three popular waterfalls.
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“Basin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/basin. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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