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waterfall

[waw-ter-fawl, wot-er-] / ˈwɔ tərˌfɔl, ˈwɒt ər- /


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The white peak of the Chimborazo rhymes with the white of a waterfall in the foreground, which serves as the focal point of the composition.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

Several snail species live at the waterfall, including the more common rock fossaria.

From Slate • Apr. 27, 2026

The home is being sold unfurnished and boasts a stunning backyard that is fit for entertaining, thanks to its lush greenery and resort-style pool, waterfall, slide, and hot tub.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 20, 2026

While there had been a small waterfall when Marsden found it, Richardson said "he built a wall across the valley so the water would then drop 35 feet to create a more impressive sight".

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

She motions to where the bullseye zeroes in, over an area below the lowest waterfall.

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera




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