as in hole
a sunken area forming a separate space
removal of the tree stump left a gaping pit in the yard
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Recent Examples of pit
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
28 June 2026
The roots of the restaurant trace even earlier than 1910 to Harold's great-great uncle, Uncle Joe, smoking meat in a ground pit.
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Arkansas Online,
28 June 2026
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
18 June 2026
The competitions will pit thousands of players from around the globe across all game categories for the ultimate prize pool of $2 million.
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Hannah Hudnall,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
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Noun
Making the patio even more attractive is the handsome outdoor furniture, a fire pit, and a set of stairs leading to a beautiful grassy area that connects to the adjacent Farmington Country Club.
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James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
28 June 2026
The roots of the restaurant trace even earlier than 1910 to Harold's great-great uncle, Uncle Joe, smoking meat in a ground pit.
—
Arkansas Online,
28 June 2026
Verb
At the beginning of the season, host Alan Cumming picks the Traitors that will pit the Faithful against each other by murdering them one by one while trying to remain undercover.
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Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
18 June 2026
The competitions will pit thousands of players from around the globe across all game categories for the ultimate prize pool of $2 million.
—
Hannah Hudnall,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for pit
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pit
Noun
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The crash also resulted in a large hole in the side of the vessel.
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The piece has seven holes for customization, and it’s designed to be worn at the hips or waist.
Verb
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But at the same time, neither of those factors appeared to dent Americans’ spending, which remained strong over the past year.
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The shaky outing continued Sasaki’s post-breakthrough slide, but the setback barely dents the Dodgers’ commanding division cushion, with San Diego still eight games back in the standings.
Noun
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The pair were pushed into the body wherever swelling threatened a patient’s health, or exploration of an inner cavity was warranted.
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Other signals worth flagging to a dentist include bleeding or tender gums during brushing or flossing, frequent canker sores, an unusually dry mouth and a rising rate of new cavities despite consistent hygiene.
Verb
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But, unfortunately, sitting all day kinks your body like a garden hose.
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Stafford explains that this gap helps keep the hoses from being crushed or kinked, which can lead to speedy wear and tear, leaks, and drainage issues.
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“Pit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pit. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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