saltwater

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Recent Examples of saltwater In some places, levels are the lowest in more than a decade, which can increase the risk of saltwater intrusion in freshwater supplies. Jenny Staletovich, Miami Herald, 7 Feb. 2026 Being able to coexist with saltwater crocodiles, the most dangerous predator on Earth, and we-- you-- croc attacks are almost non-existent. Holly Williams, CBS News, 19 Jan. 2026 The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management maintains official records for saltwater sportfish catches. Jack Perry, The Providence Journal, 5 Jan. 2026 But inside the aquarium, riotously colored saltwater fish, schools of silvery piranhas, and even one seemingly communicative manta ray allow visitors to dream of worlds beyond a war that has made the land where the oceanic sanctuary sits a battle zone. Howard Lafranchi, Christian Science Monitor, 22 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for saltwater
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Adjective
  • The shorter trips to Europe don’t require as many of the largest tankers—undermining demand for the deepwater terminals.
    Jordan Blum, Fortune, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Among the clearest statements of China’s intent in the Western Hemisphere came in the fall of 2024, when Xi traveled to Peru to inaugurate the Chancay Port, the largest deepwater facility on the western coast of South America.
    Simon Shuster, The Atlantic, 14 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • Reportedly, the market potential for China’s deep-sea submersible appears strong, with numerous travel agencies and local tourism departments already expressing interest.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 23 Mar. 2026
  • As a science journalist and ocean explorer, she's investigated misinformation campaigns on social media, embedded in Alaskan archaeological digs, and contributed to the discovery of deep-sea organisms in the Central Pacific.
    Madison Dapcevich, Outside, 21 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • Because of this, it is recommended to include both plant and marine sources of omega-3 fats when possible.
    LeeAnn Weintraub, Daily News, 18 Mar. 2026
  • Before pursuing acting, Speaks studied Marine and Environmental Science at Hampton University and gained recognition for his research on shark behavior and marine ecosystems.
    Matt Grobar, Deadline, 18 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • That was the largest naval-convoy endeavor since the Second World War, and included aircraft carriers and reconnaissance planes.
    Sudarsan Raghavan, New Yorker, 25 Mar. 2026
  • Expanding naval strength The two vessels are among the largest and most powerful destroyers in the world.
    Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 24 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • Kona Blackwater Dive is an advanced, thrilling dive over deep water (thousands of feet) to witness the nightly migration of pelagic, alien-like and larval creatures.
    Ben Davidson, Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026
  • One third of pelagic sharks and rays are now threatened with extinction.
    Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026

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“Saltwater.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/saltwater. Accessed 26 Mar. 2026.

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