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as in abysses
the lowest point or level
the author describes how she slowly rose from the depth of her depression
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as in heights
the most extreme or advanced point
even in the depth of the Great Depression people never lost hope
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Recent Examples of depths
For me no one explores the depths of her emotions with her voice the way Billie does.
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Liza Lentini,
SPIN,
26 June 2026
The mine stopped running in the 1930s as water accumulated in its depths and new Depression-era regulations crimped private possession of gold in favor of paper currency, said Kaleb Brown, a spokesman for National Land Realty.
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Mark Dee,
Idaho Statesman,
25 June 2026
Spanning over seven feet, Rothko used the canvas to explore the depths of various shades of red and black.
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Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
25 June 2026
The poem has other emotional, psychological, scene-setting depths.
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Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
23 June 2026
The screaming creature fell into the sea, sinking below the depths.
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Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
This review is more about the home user experience than diving down into the murky depths of geekdom to verify manufacturer claims.
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Paul Ridden
june 22,
New Atlas,
22 June 2026
Mapping the seabed Developed to reach depths of up to 19,685 feet (6,000 meters), the vehicle carries a wide range of advanced sensors for deep-sea exploration.
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Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
22 June 2026
Annie rescued its name from the depths.
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Danielle Parker,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
Liza Lentini,
SPIN,
26 June 2026
The mine stopped running in the 1930s as water accumulated in its depths and new Depression-era regulations crimped private possession of gold in favor of paper currency, said Kaleb Brown, a spokesman for National Land Realty.
—
Mark Dee,
Idaho Statesman,
25 June 2026
Spanning over seven feet, Rothko used the canvas to explore the depths of various shades of red and black.
—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
25 June 2026
The poem has other emotional, psychological, scene-setting depths.
—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
23 June 2026
The screaming creature fell into the sea, sinking below the depths.
—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
This review is more about the home user experience than diving down into the murky depths of geekdom to verify manufacturer claims.
—
Paul Ridden
june 22,
New Atlas,
22 June 2026
Mapping the seabed Developed to reach depths of up to 19,685 feet (6,000 meters), the vehicle carries a wide range of advanced sensors for deep-sea exploration.
—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
22 June 2026
Annie rescued its name from the depths.
—
Danielle Parker,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for depths
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Over the proceeding year and a half, snowballing AI hype has sent valuations in the space soaring to spectacular new heights.
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This leadership change aims to propel T3 Micro to new heights, deepening its connection with its female audience.
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Jean-Pierre is an artifact of an age that looks recent on paper but feels prehistoric in practice—the age of pantsuits, the word ’empowerment,’ the musical Hamilton, the cheap therapeutic entreaties to ‘work on yourself’ and ‘lean in’ to various corporate abysses.
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On the other side of the country, Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport, a longtime reader favorite, is a warm alternative to sterile airport abysses.
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Utah's state forester, Jamie Barnes, told reporters that fires across the state this season had been moving in ways that had stretched Utah's firefighting capacity to its limits, with new fires beginning closer to populated areas than in previous years.
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Understanding your deductibles and coverage limits before a storm arrives can prevent unpleasant surprises later.
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Point Loma’s middles dominated, with 6-foot-5 Trevor Rutt and 6-4 Waylon Lundeen taking advantage of the undersized Cardinals.
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Senior middles Cooper Riedl and Aiden Schindler added three kills apiece for the Knights (7-1).
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Areas such as crawl spaces, sump pump pits, utility cellars and under-porch areas can be hotter than outside air, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
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Bordeaux Wine Bar, Enumclaw, Washington – A favorite neighborhood hangout, this indoor/outdoor wine bar is known for warm fire pits in the winter months and a large selection of Northwest wines, along with a seasonal food menu.
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Straight Sweatpants are the perfect bottoms since they’re lined with fleece to keep me warm and relaxed.
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The bottoms boast a subtle yet stylish wide-leg silhouette that’ll look great with everything from sneakers to heeled sandals this season and beyond.
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“Depths.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/depths. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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