as in bay
a part of a body of water that extends beyond the general shoreline
a secluded cove that smugglers once used
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The island is filled with secluded wonders, from beach coves and clear waters to tree swings with panoramic mountain views.
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Amy Gordon, AFAR Media, 31 Jan. 2025
The mountainous coastline has long been a go-to escape for celebs like Rihanna, Grace Jones, and Alicia Keys because of its quiet beaches, hidden coves, and tropical jungles.
—Essence, 29 Jan. 2025
Guests are encouraged to join excursions, both by boat to see the island’s beaches and coves, and by land to explore that primeval rain forest.
—Ann Abel, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Point Reyes abounds with treasures, from a shipwreck-laden cove to a surprising number of herding cows—which can be easily distracting, so watch the roads!
—Katie Kiefner, Vogue, 1 Feb. 2025
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Amy Gordon, AFAR Media, 31 Jan. 2025
The mountainous coastline has long been a go-to escape for celebs like Rihanna, Grace Jones, and Alicia Keys because of its quiet beaches, hidden coves, and tropical jungles.
—Essence, 29 Jan. 2025
Guests are encouraged to join excursions, both by boat to see the island’s beaches and coves, and by land to explore that primeval rain forest.
—Ann Abel, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Point Reyes abounds with treasures, from a shipwreck-laden cove to a surprising number of herding cows—which can be easily distracting, so watch the roads!
—Katie Kiefner, Vogue, 1 Feb. 2025
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“Cove.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cove. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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