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as in pipe
a long hollow cylinder for carrying a substance (as a liquid or gas)
all of the wiring for the converted residential loft is concealed in a vertical trough
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Recent Examples of trough
Tesla’s stock has historically been volatile, with significant peaks and troughs driven by market sentiment, macroeconomic factors, and company-specific developments.
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Michael Khouw, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2025
Jazz, a music genre that had its peaks and troughs, has remained resilient, and so has Red Cat.
—Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 7 Mar. 2025
Two of the candle versions feature wide wooden wicks, and the other two come with regular wicks spread throughout the trough.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Mar. 2025
The result is a layout that offers an uninterrupted flow of wave-like peaks and troughs, as well as tricky surfaces to keep the skater challenged and engaged.
—Bridget Borgobello, New Atlas, 23 Feb. 2025
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Michael Khouw, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2025
Jazz, a music genre that had its peaks and troughs, has remained resilient, and so has Red Cat.
—Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 7 Mar. 2025
Two of the candle versions feature wide wooden wicks, and the other two come with regular wicks spread throughout the trough.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Mar. 2025
The result is a layout that offers an uninterrupted flow of wave-like peaks and troughs, as well as tricky surfaces to keep the skater challenged and engaged.
—Bridget Borgobello, New Atlas, 23 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for trough
Noun
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Bell had opened the pipe steam valve by hand, which kept the lights on two hours after Titanic hit the iceberg, saving hundreds of lives.—
Sean Kingsley,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Apr. 2025
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The initial test site is near UC Irvine’s recreation center, with pipes running beneath daycare facilities, and future experiments are planned for UC San Diego’s campus.—
Jesse Kuehn,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Foxes with tails that float behind them, light as scarves, frolic in a ditch.—
Sarah Matusek,
Christian Science Monitor,
4 Apr. 2025
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Stay informed and follow these tips from the NWS to ensure safety during heavy rainfall: Beware of swollen waterways: Avoid parking or walking in close proximity to culverts or drainage ditches, as the swiftly moving water during heavy rain can potentially carry you away.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
1 Apr. 2025
Noun
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But during city reviews, officials asked for a curb, gutter and sidewalk across the length of the frontage, which would destroy the trees.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Apr. 2025
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Drew Guthrie, of the same engineering firm, said the drainage would be improved with development of the property as the construction would include a curb and gutter system and three drainage areas.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Apr. 2025
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The Belgium international is Villa’s chief build-up conduit and the one player who has started every league match this season and accrued the most minutes.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2025
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The trend among the elite to use self-care as a luxurious commodity rather than a conduit for genuine restoration turns self-care into a performance of power and a tool of exclusivity.—
Akilah Sailers,
Essence,
5 Apr. 2025
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The Bucks can’t afford to cough up the ball in their own trenches.—
Brian Sampson,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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This sophisticated trench is crafted to withstand both rain and wind while maintaining a breathable feel.—
Gabrielle Porcaro,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The soldiers quickly unpacked their M-4 assault rifles, rocket tubes and belt-fed machine guns and deployed to the quiet snowbound forests, dressed in Arctic whites and vaporproof boots.—
Jim Huylebroek,
New York Times,
12 Apr. 2025
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First, its formula doesn’t feel heavy on the skin, and the small tube is just the right size to fit in my teens’ bags.—
Chaunie Brusie, RN,
Parents,
11 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Baboons respond with sharp warning cries that echo through the ravine.—
Julia Eskins,
Vogue,
26 Mar. 2025
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When camping in an open environment, select a campsite in a valley, ravine, or low region.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 Mar. 2025
Noun
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This helps build habits and expectations through each stage of the funnel.—
Mustansir Paliwala,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Additional Tips to Keep Your Hummingbird Feeder at Its Best Use a funnel to fill the feeder to avoid drips and spills on the exterior.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Trough.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trough. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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