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tunnel

[tuhn-l] / ˈtʌn l /


VERB
dig a passage through
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Even without that rosy scenario, traders can already see some light at the end of the tunnel.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

At Isfahan, for example, satellite imagery from February indicated all entrances to its tunnel complex appeared to be sealed off with earth, which would make any operation more difficult.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

As Stratford puts it, the two nations are undeniably still in the tunnel.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

NordVPN’s version is more flexible, allowing users to route specific apps or domains outside the VPN tunnel.

From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026

“How come the cars can’t fly where they want? Why do they have to use the tunnel thingies?”

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas