beneath

Example Sentences

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The land beneath those buildings will be taxed at a uniform higher rate.

From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026

New research led by the University of Warwick shows that forests were already growing across Doggerland, a now-submerged landmass beneath the North Sea, far earlier than scientists once believed.

From Science Daily • Apr. 17, 2026

His wool coat trailed behind him and his auburn hair was set into four exacting curls beneath a tricorn hat.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

A cave hidden beneath an 11th Century castle in Pembrokeshire is a "truly remarkable site" which could rewrite Britain's prehistory, researchers say.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

With a gesture, she directed the guard to feel beneath the mattress.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom