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
Charlie Campbell, Time, 23 Oct. 2025
Hurricanes could damage submarines or delay the transport of nuclear warheads, warned researcher Jamie Kwong, a fellow in the Nuclear Policy Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.
—Ames Alexander, Miami Herald, 22 Oct. 2025
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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
During these drills, Chinese submarines may covertly deploy sea mines at the entrances to Taiwan’s key ports and energy terminals.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 23 Oct. 2025
Hurricanes could damage submarines or delay the transport of nuclear warheads, warned researcher Jamie Kwong, a fellow in the Nuclear Policy Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.
—Ames Alexander, Miami Herald, 22 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for submarine
Adjective
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Moscow believes that the nuclear submarine, with its underwater weapons and robotic systems, will enable Russia to successfully ensure the security of its maritime borders and protect its national interests in various regions of the world’s oceans.—
Abhishek Bhardwaj,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Nov. 2025
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The understanding of underwater terrain features is much more accurately understood now, with the extensive technology involved today, Snyder said.—
Keith Matheny,
Freep.com,
2 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The torpedo reportedly operates at high speeds (up to 54 knots) and can reach depths of 1,000 meters, as detailed by national security analyst Steve Balestrieri in the National Security Journal.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Oct. 2025
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Originally designed for line-of-battle engagements, Fusō underwent major refits in the 1930s, gaining improved armor, torpedo bulges, and a speed of roughly 24 knots.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Biologist and aquatic ecology expert Edinbergh Caldas Oliveira said the behavior is common when piranhas are defending their nests, per the outlet.—
Becca Longmire,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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Aquaculture, which is farming fish and aquatic plants, came with its own set of issues surrounding sustainability, cost and guidelines.—
Amanda Leland,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Oct. 2025
Noun
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One of the most touching moments of the rally occurred when Miguel Rojas, an unexpected hero of the series, addressed the crowd.—
Steve Futterman,
NPR,
4 Nov. 2025
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Everyone on the Bears is a hero, and Matthau— not just coach, but surrogate father—has been resurrected.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 Nov. 2025
Noun
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But the volume and intensity of the songs—with thumping sub-bass and lightning-crack drums—were visceral.—
Daniel Dylan Wray,
Pitchfork,
5 Nov. 2025
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The shop brings the soul of Long Island’s incredible deli culture upstate, with a menu packed with hot Italian heroes, cold subs, and bagel breakfast sandwiches.—
Cat Sposato,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Nov. 2025
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“Submarine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/submarine. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
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