as in pipes
a discharge faucet at which water may be drawn from a water main (as for fighting fires)
The work of the firefighters was made more difficult by the absence of hydrants in the neighborhood.
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Recent Examples of hydrants
Frozen hydrants led to an initial delay in fighting the blaze, officials said.
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Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 9 Feb. 2026
Among the improvements include replacing 42 miles of aging water and wastewater pipeline and upgrading storage tanks, wells, pumping stations, hydrants, meters and wastewater plants, a news release from the company said.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
Though frozen water lines can occur in older hydrants during cold snaps, most hydrants remain operable, and having a path and a 3-foot ring dug out around them can be a big help for first responders.
—Christopher Derose, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
The researchers built a solution that works for private homes by turning to hydrants.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 12 Jan. 2026
When the fire reignited a week later, there was neither enough water in the hydrants nor enough firefighters on hand.
—Dana Goodyear, New Yorker, 7 Jan. 2026
The suits contend that part of the reason for the dry hydrants is that the LADWP’s 117-million-gallon reservoir in Pacific Palisades had been empty for nearly a year, awaiting repairs.
—Tony Saavedra, Daily News, 6 Jan. 2026
Although hydrants aren't specifically mentioned in city ordinance, the Department of Public Works strongly encourages residents to clear hydrants near their property as well, so firefighters can still access them.
—Quinn Clark, jsonline.com, 1 Dec. 2025
The serum blends powerful hydrants with pore-limiting ingredients for a gentle formula that helps deliver glass skin, even to those struggling with breakouts or uneven skin texture.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2025
Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 9 Feb. 2026
Among the improvements include replacing 42 miles of aging water and wastewater pipeline and upgrading storage tanks, wells, pumping stations, hydrants, meters and wastewater plants, a news release from the company said.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
Though frozen water lines can occur in older hydrants during cold snaps, most hydrants remain operable, and having a path and a 3-foot ring dug out around them can be a big help for first responders.
—Christopher Derose, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
The researchers built a solution that works for private homes by turning to hydrants.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 12 Jan. 2026
When the fire reignited a week later, there was neither enough water in the hydrants nor enough firefighters on hand.
—Dana Goodyear, New Yorker, 7 Jan. 2026
The suits contend that part of the reason for the dry hydrants is that the LADWP’s 117-million-gallon reservoir in Pacific Palisades had been empty for nearly a year, awaiting repairs.
—Tony Saavedra, Daily News, 6 Jan. 2026
Although hydrants aren't specifically mentioned in city ordinance, the Department of Public Works strongly encourages residents to clear hydrants near their property as well, so firefighters can still access them.
—Quinn Clark, jsonline.com, 1 Dec. 2025
The serum blends powerful hydrants with pore-limiting ingredients for a gentle formula that helps deliver glass skin, even to those struggling with breakouts or uneven skin texture.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hydrants
Noun
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The old boiler wheezed and stalled, the roof sprang leaks, half-century-old pipes cracked, and the lobby intercom was defunct.—
Michael Powell,
The Atlantic,
11 Feb. 2026
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In Super Mario Wonder (2023), the pipes themselves wriggle into sentience.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Support for the measure was offered by some, including union leaders, who warned residents, particularly seniors, are likely to struggle if a local solution to federal budget cuts isn’t adopted.—
Sierra Lopez,
Mercury News,
12 Feb. 2026
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City leaders are directing residents with questions or concerns to contact their state representatives and pledged transparency if new information emerges.—
Christopher Harris,
CBS News,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Ephesus, Turkey — The security lines at the entrance move with airport-like efficiency.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
9 Feb. 2026
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Even seemingly outlandish and incomprehensible claims called in to tip lines were examined.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Hydrants.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hydrants. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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