as in torpedo
a large sandwich on a long split roll
always orders a roast beef submarine with the works
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Recent Examples of submarine
Anna Halkidis, Parents, 6 Dec. 2024
Known as an innovator in the grocery business, Violante enhanced the experience at Holiday Market with an in-store bakery, freshly made submarine sandwiches, and beers from around the world, according to his family obituary.
—Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 16 Oct. 2024
New Atlas, 18 Jan. 2026
In addition, he’s been a longtime advocate of the submarine, and the state’s name returning to a Navy vessel since a battleship was commissioned with the moniker in 1919.
—Kevin Fixler, Idaho Statesman, 14 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
Deep Blue Sea—Learn about our oceans while on submarine Sea Lab Alpha with underwater explorers Marina and Reef.
—Anna Halkidis, Parents, 6 Dec. 2024
Known as an innovator in the grocery business, Violante enhanced the experience at Holiday Market with an in-store bakery, freshly made submarine sandwiches, and beers from around the world, according to his family obituary.
—Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 16 Oct. 2024
Noun
One of the major functions of modern navies is submarine hunting.
—New Atlas, 18 Jan. 2026
In addition, he’s been a longtime advocate of the submarine, and the state’s name returning to a Navy vessel since a battleship was commissioned with the moniker in 1919.
—Kevin Fixler, Idaho Statesman, 14 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for submarine
Adjective
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As part of its longstanding collaboration with non-profit the Tetiaroa Society, the island is also a global hub for underwater discovery, bringing together leading marine biologists and scientists who actively promote the protection of biodiversity on and off land.—
Luke Abrahams,
Vogue,
6 Feb. 2026
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The county's task force is also looking into purchasing underwater rovers that can be used to check pipes, infrastructure and see how widespread the problem has become over the year.—
Carmela Karcher,
CBS News,
6 Feb. 2026
Noun
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But Kaibab is a torpedo, launching from the South Rim and chasing a ridge down and out across the canyon.—
Roger Naylor,
AZCentral.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Alongside oil wells underground, the developer acknowledged a portion of this land had previously been used as a dumping site for things like torpedo propellant and printer fluid.—
Sarah Horbacewicz,
CBS News,
20 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Up to 3,000 spectators gathered on Sundays to watch aquatic shows, synchronized swimmers, and fashion shows that defined an era.—
Lisa A. Beach,
Southern Living,
23 Jan. 2026
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Speedo’s parent company, Pentland Brands, plans to move its North American headquarters from Orange County to Long Beach, which has emerged as a hub for aquatic sports for the upcoming Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.—
Iris Kwok,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Whether someone is a Rockwall Yellowjacket or a Rockwall‑Heath Hawk, the entire city sees him as a hometown hero.—
Johnny Resendiz,
CBS News,
7 Feb. 2026
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The formula is designed to refine pores and control oil without drying the skin out through skin-loving actives like hyaluronic acid, squalane, and the brand’s hero ingredient, upsalite.—
Essence Wiley,
InStyle,
7 Feb. 2026
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Police also reopened a sub-station at Carrefour Airport.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
7 Feb. 2026
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Still, the Packer Way is the sub-story of Super Sunday.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
7 Feb. 2026
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“Submarine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/submarine. Accessed 8 Feb. 2026.
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