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Solent

American

[soh-luhnt] / ˈsoʊ lənt /

noun

The, a channel between the Isle of Wight and the mainland of S England. 2–5 miles (3.2–8 km) wide.

Solent British

/ ˈsəʊlənt /

noun

a strait of the English Channel between the coast of Hampshire, on the English mainland, and the Isle of Wight. Width: up to 6 km (4 miles)

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Group technical director Johannes Spors provided some insight into the board's current thinking during the recent BBC Radio Solent Southampton FC fans' forum.

From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2026

"We know it will be a tough test against Notts," Vince told BBC Radio Solent.

From BBC ● Jul. 17, 2026

"I am shocked, to be honest," he told BBC Radio Solent.

From BBC ● May 20, 2026

Speaking to Radio Solent, Walsh said he gets a cup for winning but he really does it for "the honour, I suppose".

From BBC ● May 17, 2026

Project Solent Ships officially began in April 1965.

From "Shipwrecked!" by Martin W. Sandler

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