Collocation
still water
Water that contains no dissolved carbon dioxide, meaning it is not sparkling or fizzy; often used to distinguish from 'sparkling water'. It can also refer to water that is not moving, such as in a calm lake.
Definition
'still water' is a common English collocation. Water that contains no dissolved carbon dioxide, meaning it is not sparkling or fizzy; often used to distinguish from 'sparkling water'. It can also refer to water that is not moving, such as in a calm lake.
still + water
“I'd like a bottle of still water with my meal, please.”
Examples
- For dinner, I'd like a glass of still water, please.
- The lake's surface was completely smooth, like a mirror of still water.
- They preferred to drink still water rather than the carbonated option.
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- Reflections of the ancient castle shimmered perfectly in the still water of the moat.
- She always carries a bottle of still water when she goes hiking.
- We could see the bottom of the crystal-clear pond through the still water.
- He avoids all fizzy drinks, always opting for still water.
- In the quiet morning, the boat glided effortlessly across the still water.
- The artist captured the serene beauty of the still water in her painting.
- If you don't like bubbles, I recommend you choose still water.
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