as in pool
a small often deep body of water splashing in the puddles on the way home from the bus stop

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Recent Examples of puddle Downed trees and puddles of muddy water line the streets in the area, which has been ravaged by back-to-back storms. NBC News, 11 Oct. 2024 As the guests sidestepped the puddles to reach their seats, as many sporting waterproof capes as Owens’ signature dramatic looks, the sun miraculously came out from behind the clouds like a positive omen. Alex Wynne, WWD, 26 Sep. 2024 For those attending, keep in mind that umbrellas are not allowed at the Highland Festival Grounds at the Kentucky Exposition Center, but raincoats and ponchos are a must, along with boots to deal with mud and puddles. Matthew Glowicki, The Courier-Journal, 26 Sep. 2024 Many clogs also have water-resistant uppers, while the sole can offer traction and a platform to keep your feet away from puddles and mud. Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 15 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for puddle 

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“Puddle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/puddle. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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