islands

NOUN

land surrounded by body of water

Synonyms

STRONGEST

archipelago enclave isle islet peninsula reef

STRONG

atoll bar cay haven key refuge retreat sanctuary shelter

Example Sentences

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Orkney Islands Council confirmed it had received some of the boxes at its schools, including Stromness Academy, Kirkwall Grammar School and Papdale Halls of Residence for pupils to enjoy.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Operating from the privacy-friendly British Virgin Islands, the service maintains a strict, audited no-logs policy.

From Salon • Mar. 30, 2026

The nation of tropical islands in the Indian Ocean is asserting sovereignty over the Chagos Islands and is threatening international legal action to press its claim.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

Historical weather data shows decent odds of clear skies over mainland Spain and the Balearic Islands.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

“The Spine Islands that way,” Redd said as they hurtled on a rambunctious charge into the harbor.

From "Dactyl Hill Squad" by Daniel José Older