drilling

Example Sentences

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It is a longstanding giant of the industry that is working on pilot projects that use oil-and-gas drilling techniques.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

With few signs of new drilling in the American oil patch, a continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz signals even bigger profits and dividends in the months ahead.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

"Our pastures have been closed off because of an exploratory drilling plan for a gold mine," said Nuriye Dilek, a 48-year-old livestock farmer.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

As the rover pulled its arm back after drilling, the entire rock unexpectedly lifted out of the Martian surface.

From Science Daily • May 11, 2026

I haven't been good at keeping the log up to date, so here's a recap: First I had to finish drilling holes with the Pathfinder-murderin' drill.

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir