on shore

Example Sentences

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He spoke to AFP while on shore in rotation as another master commanded his vessel -- but he was in regular contact with the crew.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

The Sonoma County Sheriff’s Marine Unit already had personnel nearby, who quickly located the surfer on shore after he exited the water on his own.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 13, 2025

First assistant engineer Eddie Bindon, during his last day on shore, bought a diamond ring for his wife to celebrate their 25th anniversary.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 3, 2025

Every year, the Hudson Bay - on the western edge of which the town is perched - thaws, and forces the bears on shore.

From BBC • Dec. 17, 2024

But we were better off bored on shore than stuck on board like the other Marine units.

From "Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two" by Joseph Bruchac