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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Solent

"I was on maternity leave with my son and just wanted something to occupy my brain a bit, so I took the plunge," she told BBC Radio Solent.

From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026

Speaking on BBC Radio Solent, former Cherries full-back Charlie Daniels added: "It is a big occasion. A big moment for the club, and they should be applauded for it."

From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2026

She said: "MPs across the Solent region were scrambling for reliable information with complete radio silence from the Home Office. As a result we weren't in a position to calm fear and tension."

From BBC ● Sep. 8, 2026

Smoke from the fire drifted across both sides of the Solent, prompting fire crews to urge people to keep doors and windows shut.

From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026

Maddie crossed the silver Solent and the Isle of Wight.

From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein

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