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sunken

[suhng-kuhn] / ˈsʌŋ kən /
ADJECTIVE
depressed, hollowed; submerged
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This has led to unusual discoveries on the river bed, including the bones of a mammoth in Bulgaria and a sunken WW2 warship in Serbia.

From BBC Aug. 15, 2026

Upon entering the home, guests are greeted with classic Hamptons charm and modern luxury, offering vaulted ceilings, five fireplaces, a sunken living room, formal dining room, and an expansive chef’s kitchen designed for entertaining.

From MarketWatch Aug. 4, 2026

The San Francisco Police Department is working with the state Office of Emergency Services to locate the sunken boat.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 16, 2026

Nearby, 65-year-old Juana Alfonzo still moves around her home, even though the floor is sunken and cracked, and the columns show visible damage.

From Barron's Jul. 8, 2026

Their eyes were sunken and red, and they had the wild look of men driven to the end of their ropes by pain and exposure.

From "Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World" by Jennifer Armstrong




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