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as in canal
an open man-made passageway for water
water was drained from the swamp through a specially constructed channel
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as in pipeline
a direct way of passing along information or supplies
you need to make arrangements through the proper channels
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as in conduit
a long hollow cylinder for carrying a substance (as a liquid or gas)
had to replace the main water channel
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as in psychic
a person who claims to speak with or for the spirits of the dead
the channel went into a trance and began speaking in what was purported to be the voice of the deceased woman
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as in to direct
to cause to move to a central point or along a restricted pathway
an athletic youth who channeled all of his energy into sports
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Recent Examples of channel
Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 31 July 2025
In recent years, however, the channel has integrated more and more closely with commissioning for Paramount+ UK.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 31 July 2025
Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 31 July 2025
Meanwhile, much of the matter that composed the dead star is channeled to the poles of the black hole, where it is accelerated to near light-speed and is ejected out as high-energy jets.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 29 July 2025
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Noun
Sets will be broadcast across two channels, and things kick off today at 5:05 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time.
—Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 31 July 2025
In recent years, however, the channel has integrated more and more closely with commissioning for Paramount+ UK.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 31 July 2025
Verb
Another fan wondered if Hopkins was going to actually channel Hannibal Lecter's cannibalistic tendencies.
—Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 31 July 2025
Meanwhile, much of the matter that composed the dead star is channeled to the poles of the black hole, where it is accelerated to near light-speed and is ejected out as high-energy jets.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 29 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for channel
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The canal sees 46 percent of the total market share of containers moving from Northeast Asia to the U.S. East Coast, according to the U.S. Department of Commerce.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
28 July 2025
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The canals are packed with partygoers during annual festivals such as King’s Day (formerly Queen’s Day) in April and Gay Pride and Grachtenfestival in August. 7.—
Chloe Arrojado,
AFAR Media,
25 July 2025
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Some tankers are steering away from the strait anyway.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
23 June 2025
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The final decision about Iran's response will be made by Khamenei; the parliament's vote to close the strait merely advises him of the option to pursue.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 June 2025
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Behind the scenes, the corporations wishing to buy up the lands made available wanted them for clear-cutting forested areas, strip mining, and unchecked oil drilling and pipelines.—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 July 2025
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For any employer seeking to build a strong workforce pipeline, IREN’s experience in Childress proves that the solution often lies within the community itself.—
Andy Tonsing,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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Already a significant conduit in global trade, the Panama Canal plays a major role in facilitating container shipping flow into the U.S.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
28 July 2025
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Gallardo was a shark on Shark Tank México and is such a part of the fabric in town that Hollywood increasingly sees her as a conduit to the Latino community.—
Mickey Rapkin,
HollywoodReporter,
28 July 2025
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This night market will feature crystals, plants, books, jewelry, oddities, curiosities and psychics.—
Caroline Ritzie,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
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Sacred Journey Market: The Light Market Browse crystal and metaphysical vendors, visit with tarot readers, energy healers, psychics and more, and take part in seminars on astrology, crystal healing, and spiritual self-care.—
Luann Gibbs,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
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Shumate’s memo directs prosecutors to prioritize investigations against doctors, hospitals and pharmaceutical companies that perform such procedures.—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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Then, on a dangerous free kick whipped in by Izzy Rodriguez just five minutes later, Ball’s glancing header directed the ball into the net.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
2 Aug. 2025
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Of the aqueduct’s original 456 wells, about 390 are known to have survived—174 of which can be seen in public spaces.—
Christian Thorsberg,
Smithsonian Magazine,
22 July 2025
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The Roman aqueducts, for instance, were built to deliver water where and how it was needed rather than to move it as fast as possible.—
Aditi Godbole,
Forbes.com,
17 July 2025
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People are also reading: Boy, 12, falls to his death from balcony on Royal Caribbean cruise ship returning to Texas Cruise ship is 'disappointed' about 'spreading rumors' The cruise ship passengers reportedly woke to the sound of sirens around 3 or 4 a.m. on July 23.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
29 July 2025
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Whether arriving by seaplane, yacht, or helicopter from Vancouver Harbour or Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge, guests step into a world where grizzlies roam the shoreline, eagles soar overhead, and the only sounds are wind through the trees and waves against the dock.—
Laura Dannen Redman,
Robb Report,
28 July 2025
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“Channel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/channel. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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