reservoir
Example Sentences
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Dam impoundment produced different effects depending on reservoir depth.
From Science Daily • May 17, 2026
For now, authorities are sending water from an upstream reservoir to replenish Lake Powell, but it is a short-term fix.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
Their natural reservoir is rodents, such as wild mice, rats and moles.
From Salon • May 9, 2026
In the coming year, the reservoir could decline to a point where water can no longer pass through intakes to generate hydroelectric power.
From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026
When we reached the top of the highest hill, we found a brick reservoir and a big curved boulder where we sat to rest.
From "Beyond the Bright Sea" by Lauren Wolk
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