like water
Example Sentences
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Investors target AI-adjacent power generation, “rebuild America” funds, and sustainable options like water and clean energy.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
“Airbnbs and hotels were kind of like water and wine for a long time.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
The citrus industry adopted it early, and zealously, taking to it like water, spraying it all over the ground until not one sign of non-citrus life remained.
From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026
"Things like water and medicines are essential commodities and even a slight decline in supply can have major consequences," he adds.
From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026
“He blows his stack at me sometimes, but I let it roll off like water on a duck’s back. Harsh words were never fatal to anyone.”
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
