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[foun-tn] / ˈfaʊn tn /


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Patel’s vague statement, meanwhile, gave conspiracists just enough oxygen to turn a medically explainable death into a fountain of paranoia.

From Salon Jul. 13, 2026

"Sweating and misting work in the same way, which is also why it's comfortable and cooler to be near a fountain or open body of water," she says.

From BBC Jul. 8, 2026

The fountain of youth may still be little more than a pipedream, but investors looking to benefit from the longevity craze have plenty of options to get their feet wet.

From Barron's Jun. 18, 2026

The American architect and artist created a contemplative moment with her two-part sculptural fountain: One stone lies flat as water bubbles up and over it, while an adjacent 11-foot-tall stone oculus emits a gentle mist.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 16, 2026

But as Christopher leaped over the fountain edge, the creature’s wings began to shake.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell

They spent more than $3 million transforming the fixer-upper into a home with custom details, moody interiors and four fountains that embody the charm of historic Charleston.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 11, 2026

Then, McDonald gave spots in some soda fountains to Dr Pepper, largely bumping Coke’s lesser-loved Mr. Pibb soda by 2010.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 13, 2026

Lomond MRT said that with two incidents in a week, they were advising people to drink water from known sources including bottled water and Scottish Water fountains.

From BBC May 20, 2026

“A newer classic old Hollywood style pool with arched fountains, surrounded by rolling lawns, specimen trees, rose gardens and dramatic views from the Observatory to Ocean sunsets,” the original listing description said.

From MarketWatch May 19, 2026

Four fountains gurgled in the meadow, each shooting water from the pipes of stone satyrs.

From "The Battle of the Labyrinth" by Rick Riordan




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