noun
Etymology
Origin of waterfront
Example Sentences
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Alejandro Herrera, who owns a seafood restaurant on the Havana waterfront, said he has considered closing as revenue has fallen 90%.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026
Ticketed fan zone on the waterfront: general admission starting at $10, with VIP options available.
From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026
Glasgow City Council is to investigate bringing waterfront pontoons back into use again, with the possibility of a river bus being launched in Glasgow.
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
A fisherman packed up his rods next to a family picnicking on the waterfront.
From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026
Out the window, Jackson could see straight down the street to the waterfront.
From "I Survived the Great Alaska Earthquake, 1964" by Lauren Tarshis
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