seepage

Example Sentences

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Geoscientists still debate the maximum depth, but it can be at least several kilometers, although the seepage decreases rapidly with depth as the increased pressure closes up cracks and pore spaces.

From Scientific American

There’s still some light seepage from the sides of the blinds, so Grayson adds drapes to cover the gap.

From Seattle Times

Without aquifer recharge from the seepage, he fears the landscape will eventually revert to its pre-canal condition.

From Washington Times

In parts of the district, aquifer levels are so low that experts fear saline seepage from the sea, which would make tap water undrinkable.

From BBC

In response to Reuters questions, Imperial said it is addressing the seepage by drilling extra monitoring and collection wells, and there is no indication of impacts to wildlife or fish.

From Reuters