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bayou

[bahy-oo, bahy-oh] / ˈbaɪ u, ˈbaɪ oʊ /
NOUN
swampy outlet
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The day after Ida struck, Story motored through the bayou in his boat, photographing his camp and others to reassure neighbors their cabins had survived.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

Based in Houma, in the heart of the Louisiana bayou, they began enjoying increased prices for their catch last year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 31, 2025

As various musical styles ebb and flow into one another, this fictional bayou feels fully alive.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2024

Tiana’s takes an even lighter touch to theme park narrative design, as the story push is simply going on a journey in search of bayou musicians.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2024

Their faces blur, and their voices become one ambient hum like the noise of the bayou.

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton




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