deep water

Example Sentences

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“No one had ever filmed a tiger killing in deep water before,” Thapar recounts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

Our report found that by the time of the Deepwater Horizon calamity, federal regulators had been routinely rubber-stamping new ventures into deep water.

From Slate • Jan. 14, 2026

Companies worried about overdependence on American shale oil and gas resources are looking at deep water exploration opportunities.

From Barron's • Dec. 19, 2025

But while the two shared a long history, he says Sangha never hinted that she was in deep water.

From BBC • Dec. 6, 2025

The dock that was used by the rangers was sturdy and long, reaching into the deep water.

From "Tiger Boy" by Mitali Perkins