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waterfall

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


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"My garden, I always think is, is a haven of serenity and tranquillity for people," she said, adding that her favourite spot was the waterfall and pond.

From BBC Jul. 29, 2026

They described the feeling as standing under a waterfall of perpetual bad news.

From Science Daily Jun. 16, 2026

“Designed with a moody, sophisticated palette, the kitchen features top-of-the-line Cafe appliances, bespoke cabinetry, and a statement waterfall island, creating a space that feels both functional and artful.”

From MarketWatch May 21, 2026

Lainey Wilson and Devlin “Duck” Hodges made a splash last weekend, getting married Sunday at a picturesque waterfall in Tennessee.

From Los Angeles Times May 15, 2026

She slid her mother’s cell phone through her curtain-like waterfall of hair, studied it silently, and then announced in a bored voice, “It’s from those kids’ mom.”

From "The Strangers" by Margaret Peterson Haddix

Kanisius and his master Umbu Ana Rara, 31, who is three years younger than him, live in the village of Tenggedu, whose turquoise waterfalls draw intrepid tourists looking for a "hidden tropical paradise".

From Barron's Jul. 21, 2026

In warmer weather, outdoor life shifts to hiking and fly-fishing in Spearfish Canyon Nature Area, a 20-mile gorge in Lead’s backyard lined with 1,000-foot limestone cliffs and waterfalls.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 25, 2026

A sub-range of the Appalachian Mountains along the border of Tennessee and North Carolina, the Smokies are known for hiking trails with waterfalls and scenic outlooks.

From MarketWatch Jun. 11, 2026

It may come as a surprise to visitors to the Isle of Man to find nestled in a valley of waterfalls, rivers, and trees, a traditional Swiss style chalet.

From BBC Apr. 7, 2026

Tree trunks became rivers and spruce needles waterfalls.

From "Frightful's Mountain" by Jean Craighead George




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