as in torpedo
a large sandwich on a long split roll
always orders a roast beef submarine with the works
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Erik Klemetti, Discover Magazine, 11 Nov. 2023
The country has also done some research into developing submarine nuclear reactors, which typically (with some exceptions) use weapons-grade uranium for fuel that could serve as a stepping stone to nuclear weaponry.
—Sébastien Roblin, Popular Mechanics, 11 May 2023
Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA Today, 23 June 2025
But Washington reinforced its demand for capitulation early Sunday, when American B-2 bombers and submarines joined the Israeli campaign.
—Scott Peterson, Christian Science Monitor, 23 June 2025
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Adjective
This eruption even gave its name to the style of shallow, submarine basaltic eruptions: Surtseyan.
—Erik Klemetti, Discover Magazine, 11 Nov. 2023
The country has also done some research into developing submarine nuclear reactors, which typically (with some exceptions) use weapons-grade uranium for fuel that could serve as a stepping stone to nuclear weaponry.
—Sébastien Roblin, Popular Mechanics, 11 May 2023
Noun
The attack involved 125 warplanes, submarines and surface warships, Air Force Gen. Dan Caine, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, told reporters the morning after the attack.
—Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA Today, 23 June 2025
But Washington reinforced its demand for capitulation early Sunday, when American B-2 bombers and submarines joined the Israeli campaign.
—Scott Peterson, Christian Science Monitor, 23 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for submarine
Adjective
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Just weeks earlier, divers found about 55 pounds of cocaine about 100 feet underwater off Key West.—
July 1,
CBS News,
1 July 2025
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Similar sabotage acts previously affected NATO member states, including Sweden, such as the cutting of key underwater communications cables in the Baltic, arson attacks on logistics facilities in Germany, and cyberattacks targeting defense firms.—
Jordan King
John Feng,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
Noun
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Speaking from the visitor’s dugout at Busch Stadium ahead of Tuesday’s game against the St. Louis Cardinals, DeBartolo first acknowledged fan vexation as the Nationals, who are 37-53 and in last place in the National League East, torpedo toward another dismal season.—
Katie Woo,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
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Distribution also continues to increase through its network of retailers, including Better Baseball, Hit After Hit, Dick’s Sporting Goods and Bases Loaded; meanwhile, the torpedo bat mania triggered April sales to surge more than 100% versus the prior year.—
Kurt Badenhausen,
Sportico.com,
4 July 2025
Adjective
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Like aquatic, art, and music therapy, golf is simply another modality to encourage play, engagement, and healing through joy and movement.—
Mike Dojc,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Ichthyosaurs were aquatic reptiles that resembled dolphins and reigned as formidable predators in the oceans between 250 million and 90 million years ago.—
Sara Hashemi,
Smithsonian Magazine,
8 July 2025
Noun
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That meant the single point awarded for the subs ride went to the DCA Era (1995-2004) rather than the Walt Era (1955-64).—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
7 July 2025
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Brooklyn used on-site super sub AJ Koller (replacing Dekel Bar, still injured) to cruise to a 3-1 win over second division Miami.—
Todd Boss,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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Los Angeles Police Chief Jim McDonnell called Deng a hero during a morning news conference following his death.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2025
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Definitely Maybe’s sleeve featured a prominent picture of City legend Rodney Marsh, and perhaps more surprisingly, a smaller picture of United hero George Best.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
29 June 2025
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“Submarine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/submarine. Accessed 13 Jul. 2025.
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