jetties
- plural of jetty.
Example Sentences
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"We are going to augment facilities -- either by reconstruction, or construction of new jetties," he said, underlining that his service's mandate is to "touch every island".
From Barron's • May 18, 2026
The only way to get to the islands was by ferries but, as we later learnt, an estimated 94% of the jetties in the region were damaged.
From BBC • Dec. 25, 2024
Bangladesh also suspended loading and unloading in the country’s largest main seaport in Chittagong and moved more than a dozen ships from jetties to the deep sea as a precaution.
From Seattle Times • May 26, 2024
Residents should avoid the urge to stand on beach-side rocks and jetties, according to emergency officials.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 29, 2023
We spend the morning hanging out on the jetties, collecting things, and having a couple of splash fights with our feet.
From "Shouting at the Rain" by Lynda Mullaly Hunt
