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Discover LudwigThe phrase "the waters" is correct and commonly used in written English.
It can be used as a noun phrase to refer to a body of water, such as a lake, river, or ocean. Example: I love to swim in the calm waters of the lake on a summer day.
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the waters
noun
A substance (of molecular formula H₂O) found at room temperature and pressure as a clear liquid; it is present naturally as rain, and found in rivers, lakes and seas; its solid form is ice and its gaseous form is steam. The liquid form of this substance: liquid H₂O. A serving of liquid water.
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The waters are beautiful".
Captain Renault: The waters?
MOSES parted the waters.
Prohibition muddies the waters further.
The waters were rising yet.
Where the Waters Meet Q.
He should calm the waters".
Both sides muddy the waters.
WHEN did the waters recede?
The waters were getting deeper.
"Taking the waters" at springs….
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