sunk
Example Sentences
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Sunk then and recovered in 1935 from the bottom of Lake Champlain, the boat is now in perilous condition.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 10, 2026
Sunk said it was a time to hail those who secured the 1998 deal and reflect on the progress since made, but also to redouble efforts.
From Reuters • Apr. 9, 2023
It is human nature to not want to give up once we’ve invested time and money because of Sunk Cost Fallacy.
From Slate • Sep. 26, 2022
Sunk costs refer to the time, energy, money, or other costs that have been paid in the past.
From Textbooks • Jun. 15, 2022
Zara and I get the trophy for the Most Original Boat That Could Have Won but Sunk, which Nate and I think is the most hilarious thing ever.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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