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as in oceanic
of, relating to, or occurring in the open sea an experienced hand at blue-water sailing in the South Pacific

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blue water

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noun

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Recent Examples of blue water
Adjective
Mount Storm King on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula loomed above the deep blue waters of Lake Crescent, a silent watchman over some of our country’s wildest wilderness. Kade Krichko, Outside Online, 17 July 2025 Address: Andros 845 00, Greece Wellness travelers will be tempted by the offerings at Kea Retreat, a family-run boutique hotel located in a hillside nature reserve above the pristine blue waters of Psathi Bay. Monica Mendal, Vogue, 15 July 2025 Travelers will fly halfway around the world to find calm, crystal-clear, blue water, from the Bahamas to the Seychelles and the Gili Islands. Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2025 The aquarium has been a pioneer from the start, unveiling the world’s first living kelp forest exhibit and debuting large-scale displays of jellyfish—hypnotic creatures that pulse rhythmically through the glowing blue waters. Brittany Anas, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025 In sizzling snapshots, Graham is seen enjoying the crystal blue waters of the Mediterranean. Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2025 Swimming through the crystal blue waters surrounding the Galapagos Islands, divers watched the hubbub of life on the coral reef. Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 11 June 2025 The new space, christened the Sundara Spa + Studio, is perched right over the crystal-clear blue waters—and Robb Report got an exclusive first look inside. Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 21 May 2025 Its milky blue waters are rich in silica, algae, and minerals, giving the lagoon its distinctive color and reputed skin-healing properties. Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 July 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blue water
Adjective
  • The blue suit will look ideal against an oceanic backdrop, especially when worn with a crisp white shirt.
    Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 30 June 2025
  • An oceanic, romantic name would work well for this water sign.
    Kara Nesvig, Parents, 17 June 2025
Adjective
  • About 300 miles off the coast of Tokyo, researchers aboard a deep-sea submersible sank below the surface of the water.
    Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 28 July 2025
  • In fact, deep-sea brittle stars from Australia were surprisingly similar to brittle stars from the Atlantic Ocean, suggesting that the creatures spread across whole oceans over millions and millions of years.
    Sam Walters, Discover Magazine, 24 July 2025
Noun
  • Instead, take time to appreciate the unbelievable views of the sea and sky (hence the name).
    Miriam Porter, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
  • Each design thoughtfully addresses these elements through a rhythmic composition and layering of spaces, creating a balance between openness and privacy, environmental protection, and shading, while maximizing breathtaking beach and sea views.
    Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 25 July 2025

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“Blue water.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blue%20water. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.

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