ocean
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Forecasters warned of an increased risk of drownings this week due to larger waves and strong rip currents, and cautioned that the ocean “may be too dangerous for swimming.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 7, 2026
In the newly released extended trailer, Attenborough promised to "venture even further" than ever before, describing the ocean as "an endlessly fascinating place".
From BBC ● Oct. 7, 2026
Earth had what's known as a magma ocean stage with an entirely liquid surface.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 7, 2026
The property comes with 520 feet of ocean frontage.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 5, 2026
Nim loved the ocean because it was always there, wherever she looked and as far as she could see, but it was too huge and powerful to understand and too dangerous to trust.
From "Nim’s Island" by Wendy Orr
During her breakfast show appearance, Thirlwall said Blue Planet, which focuses on the life of our seas and oceans, was her favourite TV show.
From BBC ● Oct. 6, 2026
On Earth, carbonates commonly develop in shallow lakes and oceans, including environments that can support life.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 30, 2026
“California’s beaches, coastal communities, and multi-billion-dollar economy depend on oceans free of oil spills, both now and for future generations.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 29, 2026
"As we speak, satellites are measuring changes in our oceans and our atmosphere," ITU head Doreen Bogdan-Martin told Monday's event.
From Barron's ● Sep. 28, 2026
Made oceans of oxygen for people to breathe.
From "Wishtree" by Katherine Applegate
Vocabulary lists containing ocean
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Physical Geography - Introductory
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Physical Geography - Middle School
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