still water

noun

: a part of a stream where no current is visible

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Russell’s first major hit is the epitome of still waters running deep. — Juan A. Ramírez, Vulture, 20 Oct. 2026 This last step includes putting screens on windows and doors, using air conditioning and emptying out containers with still water. — Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 1 Sep. 2026 Slayton noted a study in which participants were given either sparkling or still water. — Embry Roberts, Martha Stewart, 5 Aug. 2026 Bradley’s training began in still water, where he was gently pushed back and forth on the board before moving into waves. — Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 4 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for still water

Word History

First Known Use

1832, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of still water was in 1832

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Geographical Definition

Stillwater

geographical name

Still·​wa·​ter ˈstil-ˌwȯ-tər How to pronounce Stillwater (audio)
-ˌwä-
city in north central Oklahoma

Note: The main campus of Oklahoma State University is located in Stillwater.

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