subsurface
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of subsurface
Example Sentences
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Decades of geological records, subsurface physics, and mechanical telemetry are proving invaluable for asset management and monitoring, along with enabling advanced autonomous drilling capabilities.
From Barron's • May 28, 2026
"The subsurface anomaly that we're seeing so far is pretty strong," said Peter van Rensch, a climate scientist at Australia's Monash University.
From Barron's • May 5, 2026
Paired with modern airborne methods, the old maps can help target and reduce the cost of subsurface mapping—especially due to the difficulty and expense of operating in modern-day Congo.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026
"Establishing credible pathways for COMs formation and delivery provides scientists with a critical framework for interpreting upcoming measurements of Jupiter's surface and subsurface chemistry," Mousis said.
From Science Daily • Mar. 1, 2026
Renewable resources, subsurface dwellings, artificial islands, and all without there ever being any less green or a sense of overcrowding.
From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman
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