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headstream

noun

ˈhed-ˌstrēm

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as in headwater

the beginning part of a stream the headstreams of the Ganges River arise in the Himalayas

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The proposal for developing a mine there, in a breathtakingly scenic area near the headwaters of the Bitterroot River, has attracted fierce opposition from environmental groups, outdoor enthusiasts, and local officials.

— Glenn Zorpette, IEEE Spectrum, 15 Oct. 2026
Congress rolled back protections for the Boundary Waters, opening the door to mining in its headwaters.

— Mary Beth Laughton, Time, 14 Oct. 2026

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