as in bays
a part of a body of water that extends beyond the general shoreline
the bight known as the Bay of Fundy is known for its fast-running tides
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The eight-story, 675,000-square-foot facility would have 70 emergency department bays and eight operating rooms.—
Lauren Giella,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Oct. 2025 -
Mangroves exist in the intertidal zones of warm rivers, estuaries and bays, growing in the sediment brought to the coast by the freshwater rivers and tides, according to the Australia Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
16 Oct. 2025
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Mangroves exist in the intertidal zones of warm rivers, estuaries and bays, growing in the sediment brought to the coast by the freshwater rivers and tides, according to the Australia Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
16 Oct. 2025
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In partnership with Leave No Trace, Martin County offers the tours for free, helping visitors discover the natural beauty of the coastline’s mangroves, estuaries, hammocks, and trails.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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Throughout the year, beachgoers enjoy its rocky coves and expansive sand, as well as the cliffs and headlands that preside over its shorelines.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
20 Oct. 2025
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The South Laguna stretch of beaches, including Treasure Island, is popular for its dramatic high cliffs, rocky outcroppings and remote coves.—
Erika I. Ritchie,
Oc Register,
18 Oct. 2025
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