underwater

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The Maldives' military said one body had been found in a cave about 60 metres underwater, and the other four divers were believed to be also there.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

Dr. Nester explained that eDNA is especially valuable for detecting fragile, fast-moving, or elusive marine species that may escape traditional nets and underwater cameras.

From Science Daily • May 14, 2026

The $12.3 billion fund—a business-development company called FS KKR Capital FSK -1.00%decrease; red down pointing triangle —has been under pressure since last year, when it disclosed its largest investment was underwater.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

The NGO is hoping to plant 36 hectares of coral by 2030, which scientific director Diana Tarazona calls reviving "underwater cities."

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

I continued swimming underwater for a good while, coming up for rapid gulps of air and going back down till I felt safe from the remotest possibility of being pursued.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo