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Recent Examples of pier
The bridge's troubles emerged last year, when officials were forced to close the bridge for about two months in February 2024 after two of its support piers shifted.
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Madeline Heim, jsonline.com, 15 July 2025
The pier was closed down while fire crews attended to the injured, and it was inspected for damage.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 13 July 2025
The long stretch of beach, starting with South Pointe Park and its 450-foot pier at the top of historic Washington Avenue, is a fine place to take in the postcard-ready image of Miami and enjoy the sunset over the cityscape.
—AFAR Media, 11 July 2025
The open men’s and women’s national champions are expected to be awarded the Mayor’s Cup at about 4:30 p.m. on the south side of the pier.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 3 July 2025
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Madeline Heim, jsonline.com, 15 July 2025
The pier was closed down while fire crews attended to the injured, and it was inspected for damage.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 13 July 2025
The long stretch of beach, starting with South Pointe Park and its 450-foot pier at the top of historic Washington Avenue, is a fine place to take in the postcard-ready image of Miami and enjoy the sunset over the cityscape.
—AFAR Media, 11 July 2025
The open men’s and women’s national champions are expected to be awarded the Mayor’s Cup at about 4:30 p.m. on the south side of the pier.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pier
Noun
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Police officials will explain how the new police drones can be remotely deployed and piloted toward the scene of an incident from docks placed across the city.—
Cameron Knight,
The Enquirer,
26 July 2025
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As the plague spread, the island was converted into a maritime quarantine dock for merchant ships arriving from abroad and for people with symptoms.—
Barbie Latza Nadeau,
CNN Money,
25 July 2025
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Looky-loo tourists with selfie sticks constantly stream past the white-on-white high-Victorian façade of pediments, pilasters, and cast iron.—
Kevin West,
Travel + Leisure,
16 July 2025
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The original door frames with fluted pilasters and elaborate casings were stripped down and restored throughout the 42-foot-long space.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
23 June 2025
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The base includes six wharves—each approximately 755 feet long—capable of accommodating up to 12 submarines.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 June 2025
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Past the Heritage Project buildings the road curves around to the right and down to the ferry wharf.—
Robert Finch
June 18,
Literary Hub,
18 June 2025
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According to the brand, fewer than 10% of women are backed by sponsors, and the You Sponsored initiative was created to award 10 women custom deals to amplify their dreams across three pillars: opportunity (the recipients will receive $20,000 in funding), connections and visibility.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
19 July 2025
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Hendrix’s towering and well-maintained monument includes a stone dome with pillars, a giant steel guitar and a portrait of him etched in granite.—
Suzette Hackney,
USA Today,
19 July 2025
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The terminal operator International Transportation Service plans to fill in a 19-acre area of water and extend the existing quay by 560 feet, which would allow larger ships to dock at the port.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 July 2025
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The in-water show will feature about 300 yachts docked along the Arsenale’s quays, with a total of 220 exhibitors.—
Julia Zaltzman,
Robb Report,
28 May 2025
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Dhillon became notorious in 1988, as editor of the Dartmouth Review, for publishing a column depicting then president James Freedman, a Jew, as Adolf Hitler.—
Rob Wolfe,
New Yorker,
18 July 2025
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Accommodation Inspired by the area’s close ties to ancient Greece, the Savoy hotel’s design features a white-washed exterior accented by contemporary columns and a series of lush gardens.—
Joanne Shurvell,
Forbes.com,
18 July 2025
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After providing Kelsey Mitchell with a bounce pass assist for an easy layup, Clark began walking gingerly back up the court while holding the inside of her right leg, before hitting her head against the cushioned back stanchion of the basket in frustration.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
17 July 2025
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His blue bandanna making the sharp planes of his face stand out even more than usual, Magenta perches on a stool, lifting the velvet rope from its gold-metal stanchion, putting it back again.—
Amy Virshup,
Vulture,
14 May 2025
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“Pier.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pier. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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