capsized

Example Sentences

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At least 10 people have died after a boat thought to be carrying migrants capsized near Malta, the Italian coast guard has said.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

A second warship of the same class capsized during its launch last May.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

That Fastnet was a harrowing, heartbreaking one, as high seas from a late summer storm broke apart boats and capsized crews.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

Clinging to the capsized kayak, Austin - who swears he "saw something in the water" - realised he needed to do something.

From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026

A capsized tent floated past, its metal poles twisted like a pretzel.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret