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open ocean

noun

: an area of ocean that is far from land
fish caught in the open ocean

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The prevailing hypothesis suggests a gradual recovery that spanned approximately eight million years, during which amphibians and reptiles slowly invaded the open ocean in stages. Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 14 Nov. 2025 This included shooting on the open ocean. Zack Sharf, Variety, 13 Nov. 2025 As their way of life has deteriorated, traditional skills have been lost, such as the skill to navigate the open ocean, a necessity for commerce and even reproduction. Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 4 Nov. 2025 The check, written by one of the nation’s largest charities, is held by a woman’s hand and extended before a two-level pool, open ocean and lush vegetation. Evan Mealins, Nashville Tennessean, 24 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for open ocean

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“Open ocean.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/open%20ocean. Accessed 27 Nov. 2025.

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