at sea
Example Sentences
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He would be at sea for seven frightening days as his supplies of food and water gradually ran out.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
“When the war began, there was a huge amount of oil at sea already,” Victor said.
From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026
But he floundered at sea and was picked up by Chinese fishermen, who handed him to the police.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026
Among all living crocodile species, the saltwater crocodile is especially well adapted for life at sea.
From Science Daily • May 28, 2026
Soon Penelope had spent more than a week at sea.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
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