sub-surface
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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They said it handled "the research, development, and production of a wide range of naval weaponry, including surface and sub-surface vessels, manned and unmanned equipment, as well as engines and weapons".
From Barron's • Mar. 28, 2026
As the oceans rise, that sub-surface saltwater pushes farther inland, and wells that have delivered pure water for generations can suddenly turn salty.
From Science Daily • Nov. 2, 2023
Siegel compared this to humans intentionally annihilating a group of single-celled organisms in Europa's sub-surface oceans.
From Salon • Oct. 28, 2023
The document calls for more powerful long-range missiles, the extension of bases across Northern Australia and a focus on building up naval surface and sub-surface capabilities.
From Washington Times • Apr. 26, 2023
The sub-surface structure, even though complex, can be readily read from one of these surface maps.
From The Economic Aspect of Geology by Leith, C. K. (Charles Kenneth)
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