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underwater

[uhn-der-waw-ter, -wot-er] / ˈʌn dərˈwɔ tər, -ˈwɒt ər /
ADJECTIVE
under the water's surface
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The reason we’re underwater is because most of us is hidden.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

With its increased military budget, Japan plans to invest in new surface-to-ship missiles and unmanned drones deployed on land and underwater.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

Researchers explained that strong seasonal weather patterns greatly limit opportunities for underwater surveys.

From Science Daily • May 27, 2026

It said "reservoirs can be extremely dangerous, despite appearing calm and safe" adding they can contain "hidden hazards including very cold water, deep and steep-sided banks, strong currents, underwater machinery and sudden drops".

From BBC • May 26, 2026

The junction of stream and lake, where he and Abby played sink-the-ships, was underwater.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret




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