rivers

[riv-erz] / ˈrɪv ərz /

NOUN

waterway

Synonyms

STRONGEST

estuary stream tributary

STRONG

beck branch brook course creek rill rivulet run runnel watercourse

Example Sentences

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This result surprised researchers because scientists had previously expected rivers at higher latitudes, where warming is often more intense, to face the greatest deoxygenation risks.

From Science Daily • May 17, 2026

Ancient rivers crossed a greener environment, feeding shallow lakes that grew and shrank over time.

From Science Daily • May 16, 2026

"Our lakes, rivers and groundwater reserves have dried up as a direct consequence of poor water management," said Kesici.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

The vast majority are coastal, but an increasing number are on lakes and rivers with the results from the tests posted on a government website.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

“Here. I remembered reading something about dragons and water. Primaevitas. They live in rivers when they’re small.”

From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack