surface
Example Sentences
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The unemployment rate has remained relatively firm at around 4.3 percent, but the steady number hides churn beneath the surface.
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
On a windy day, any pollution that builds up could be blown away, but on a calm day, particularly in winter, the pollution can be trapped at the earth's surface.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
The Navy hasn’t used nuclear propulsion for its surface warships since the 1990s.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 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
Theo skims along life, all surface, no depth, simple and uncomplicated.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
Vocabulary lists containing surface
Space Science (Astronomy) - Introductory
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"Here, There, and Beyond"
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Earth Science - Middle School
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