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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

narrows

/ˈnærəʊz/ noun · British & US
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What does narrows mean?

noun

A narrow part of a river or a strait, especially one that is difficult to navigate. A narrow part of a road or a path.

Example

"The boat navigated the narrows of the river carefully to avoid running aground."

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