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Definition of «watershed»

A watershed is a geographical area that drains water from a specific region into a larger body of water, such as a river or lake. It is often used to describe an event or period that marks a significant change or turning point in someone's life or the course of history.

Usage examples

  1. The construction of a new dam resulted in a watershed moment for the region's water supply.
  2. The team's victory in the championship game served as a watershed moment for the entire franchise.
  3. The introduction of new technology marked a watershed in the company's ability to streamline its processes.
  4. The publication of the groundbreaking research paper was seen as a watershed event in the field of medicine.
  5. The signing of the peace treaty was hailed as a watershed moment, bringing an end to years of conflict.

Phrases with «watershed»

Sentences with «watershed»

  • 2017 is a year of watershed moments for Australia's First Nations people, marking 50 years since the historic 1967 referendum, the 25th anniversary of the Mabo decision, and 10 years since Australia adopted the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. (croakey.org)
  • She is currently modeling the impacts of climate change on stream - flow patterns in the western United States and examining how urbanization alters drainage patterns and associated biogeochemical cycling in watersheds in Baltimore, Md., and Southern California. (bren.ucsb.edu)
  • They may not offer the impact of watershed moments such as getting a driver's license at 16 and voting at 18. (ufcu.pfyfn.com)
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