onshore

Example Sentences

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Vincent Holtam, who was then general manager for onshore assets for Shell's Nigerian subsidiary, replied to warn colleagues that doing so could "do more harm than good".

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

By aligning with the government, the company has secured something far more valuable than a $100 million injection—a seat at the table as the U.S. races to onshore its quantum future.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

On the other end of the spectrum, data provider Kpler estimates onshore tanks to be 90% full, meaning they would be exhausted by the end of the week if the blockade continues.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Overnight, smoke from the Santa Rosa Island and Sandy fires is expected to come onshore, settling over the coast with little wind to clear the air.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

Whenever the big ice floes drifted down from the north and crashed onshore, making thunderous sounds, he would tremble and turn pale.

From "Black Star, Bright Dawn" by Scott O'Dell