REEFS Synonyms: 78 Similar and Opposite Words

reefs

noun

plural of reef

as in hazards

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Recent Examples of reefs The itinerary includes diving and snorkeling in some of the country’s most biodiverse reefs, with frequent sightings of manta rays, reef sharks and dolphins, as well as swimming alongside whale sharks in Saleh Bay. — Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026

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Noun

And though modern mines can be made to automatically neutralize themselves after a preset time, some minefields remain deadly hazards almost a century after they were laid.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 12 Oct. 2026
Tropical Storm Rachel brings with it a slew of potential hazards, including damaging coastal flooding.

— Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 10 Oct. 2026

Definition of hazards

Noun

Policymakers are aware of the dangers of overreliance on Chinese supply chains.

— Scott Singer, Foreign Affairs, 12 Oct. 2026
In Flanagan‘s take, Margaret is fiercely committed to shielding Carrie from the world’s dangers and from her classmates’ cruelty, even becoming a parental advocate in their community and on social media.

— Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 11 Oct. 2026

Definition of dangers

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The author behind the singular Elizabeth Zott returns with ‘Peck & Peck,’ a sharp, charming satire on the pretensions and perils of literary gatekeepers.

— Leigh Haber, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026
One of the best ways to stay private and protect yourself from the internet's many perils is a VPN.

— Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of perils

Noun

The deck replacement is necessary because traffic loads on the span have become increasingly heavy, and salt air has eroded bridge materials.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026
According to Formlabs, this improves strength, toughness, heat resistance, and resistance to gradual deformation under sustained loads, while producing a harder, less tacky surface.

— Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 14 Oct. 2026

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