well
multiple parts of speech14 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.8
oil well8.5
A well drilled to extract petroleum.
water well7.2
A well specifically for drawing water.
deep well7.0
Refers to a well that extends far below the ground surface.
shallow well6.8
Refers to a well that does not extend far below the ground surface.
dry well6.5
A well that no longer contains water.
wishing well6.5
A well into which people throw coins and make wishes.
new well6.0
Refers to a recently drilled well, usually for oil or water.
A well in which water flows to the surface naturally under pressure.
well run dry7.0
When a well ceases to provide water.
Refers to the lowest point inside a well.
drill a well8.0
To create a well, especially for oil, using a drill.
dig a well7.8
To create a well for water by excavating.
sink a well6.2
To create a well for water, often involving construction or boring.
To accidentally drop into a well.