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Recent Examples of cistern
Their contractor installed a collection system on their metal roof, a 26,000-gallon underground cistern in the yard, and treatment modes including filtration, ultraviolet light and reverse osmosis.
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Brandon Loomis, AZCentral.com, 2 Mar. 2026
Some drank water from wells, some from cisterns, some from mountain streams.
—Durrie Bouscaren, NPR, 28 Feb. 2026
So, additionally, archaeologists uncovered what might be the first water cistern of its kind in Ireland.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 4 Jan. 2026
Where a cistern once hid beneath the floor to collect rainwater, an outdoor pool now glimmers.
—Carley Rojas Ávila, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
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Brandon Loomis, AZCentral.com, 2 Mar. 2026
Some drank water from wells, some from cisterns, some from mountain streams.
—Durrie Bouscaren, NPR, 28 Feb. 2026
So, additionally, archaeologists uncovered what might be the first water cistern of its kind in Ireland.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 4 Jan. 2026
Where a cistern once hid beneath the floor to collect rainwater, an outdoor pool now glimmers.
—Carley Rojas Ávila, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cistern
Noun
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The primary bathroom includes dual vanities, a soaking tub, a custom stone and wood shower and two walk-in closets with glass display cabinets.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
29 Apr. 2026
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Upstairs, the primary suite opens onto its own terrace, with views back over the water and the course, and a bathroom finished in veined stone with a freestanding tub set near the glass.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Send yourself a vat of Goof Off to remove paint from your living room and the memory of paying for the subscription.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
15 Apr. 2026
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These chips melt in extreme heat, glitch in high radiation, and corrode in harsh chemical vats.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Apr. 2026
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“Cistern.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cistern. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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