: a long line of coral that lies in warm, shallow water
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The Commonwealth’s 56 member states collectively account for 36% of the world’s ocean jurisdiction and nearly half of its coral reefs, giving the bloc a unique responsibility in protecting marine resources.—ABC News, 16 June 2026 From coral reefs and mangrove forests to the deep sea, marine ecosystems sustain countless species, support coastal communities, regulate the climate and underpin global food security.—Ana K. Spalding, The Conversation, 16 June 2026 Snorkeling excursions, paddleboarding, sailing trips, and sandbar tours showcase the island’s famously clear turquoise waters and nearby coral reefs.—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 7 June 2026 So began the journey to create a hideaway resort sensitive to the natural environment and a marine reserve with the aim to recover the coral reefs damaged by dynamite fishing.—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for coral reef