as in basin
a steep-sided hollow without surface drainage especially in a deposit of glacial drift
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Recent Examples of kettle
Amazon’s Le Creuset sale includes Dutch ovens, whistling tea kettles, crepe pans, single-serve pots, and butter dishes for up to 30 percent off.
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Emily Weaver, People.com, 27 Dec. 2024
In 2025, the revenue generated in the electric kettles market in the U.S. amounts to $317.5 million, and the market is projected to experience an annual growth rate of 4.28 percent from 2025 to 2029, per Statista.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
Whistling Tea Kettle with Gold Finishes This whistling tea kettle is equal parts stylish and functional.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 27 Dec. 2024
Take a look at our favorite electric kettles and our guide to coffee subscriptions.
—Tyler Shane, WIRED, 22 Dec. 2024
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Emily Weaver, People.com, 27 Dec. 2024
In 2025, the revenue generated in the electric kettles market in the U.S. amounts to $317.5 million, and the market is projected to experience an annual growth rate of 4.28 percent from 2025 to 2029, per Statista.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025
Whistling Tea Kettle with Gold Finishes This whistling tea kettle is equal parts stylish and functional.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 27 Dec. 2024
Take a look at our favorite electric kettles and our guide to coffee subscriptions.
—Tyler Shane, WIRED, 22 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kettle
Noun
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The leaders also highlighted ongoing concerns about drought in the Colorado River basin and housing.—
Nick Coltrain,
The Denver Post,
16 Jan. 2025
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Dominating the bottom left is the massive Caloris basin, spanning 1,500 km, surrounded by radiating troughs from its ancient impact.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes,
15 Jan. 2025
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Starting at the rear wheel, check the brake, tire, axle and derailleur, then move on to the saddle and seatpost, then the cranks, bottom bracket and pedals, then the cockpit and headset, and finally the front wheel and brake.—
Seb Stott,
Outside Online,
27 Jan. 2025
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Leonardo DiCaprio and Martin Scorsese are looking to get back in the saddle.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
23 Jan. 2025
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Otherwise, what appeared to be a great opportunity and a perfect fit, could wind up being a career pothole in disguise. Follow me on Twitter or LinkedIn.—
Edward Segal,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
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Scarce water reduces them to extracting moisture from potholes via syringes.—
Pat Tompkins,
AFAR Media,
13 Jan. 2025
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“Kettle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kettle. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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