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Volunteer Reserve Park Ranger Phil Headley, who walked the lake’s perimeter during the derby, noted that the rules of the fishing derby state that while parents can help cast the line during the contest, the kids must take control of the fishing pole afterward and reel in the fish.
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Amy Stark Shireman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
The sport originated in 16th century Scotland, where people slid rough stones on frozen lakes.
—Asuka Koda, CNN Money, 11 Feb. 2026
This mountain lake sits 5,000 feet above sea level and is fed by glacial streams, giving it an iconic smooth surface and turquoise color.
—Meghan Palmer, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026
There’s something about being on the lake at sunset that does the flirting for you.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 11 Feb. 2026
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Amy Stark Shireman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
The sport originated in 16th century Scotland, where people slid rough stones on frozen lakes.
—Asuka Koda, CNN Money, 11 Feb. 2026
This mountain lake sits 5,000 feet above sea level and is fed by glacial streams, giving it an iconic smooth surface and turquoise color.
—Meghan Palmer, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026
There’s something about being on the lake at sunset that does the flirting for you.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 11 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lake
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Much of the damage that the larger amount would cause, especially the impact on the pond and spoiling the preserve, would still happen under the new plan.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
12 Feb. 2026
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Members of the Maynard Fire and Police Department rescued a dog from a frozen pond late Tuesday night.—
Colleen Cronin,
Boston Herald,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
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There’s a dining table and a sofa, for eating and reading in the fresh air with clear views of the lagoon.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
9 Feb. 2026
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Lamps glow around the lagoon as if set for a candlelit dinner.—
Rick Jordan,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Curling is a game of tradition, first played centuries ago on Scottish lochs, where players slide heavy granite rocks down a sheet of ice toward a target.—
Pien Huang,
NPR,
11 Feb. 2026
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While an exact date can’t be pinpointed, according to the World Curling Federation, the sport was played during its early stages on frozen lochs and ponds in northern Europe.—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
4 Feb. 2026
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Islamic State in Pakistan claimed responsibility, describing Shiite Muslims as ‘legitimate targets’ and a ‘human reservoir’ for militias fighting the group in Syria.—
Munir Ahmed,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Feb. 2026
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And don’t forget an insulated hydration reservoir.—
Emilee Coblentz,
Outside,
7 Feb. 2026
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“Lake.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lake. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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