tunnel

Example Sentences

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Instead of simply radiating outward, thermal energy can effectively tunnel across the narrow gap through electromagnetic waves.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

She appears trapped in a yellow tunnel, which is actually a slide at Chick-fil-A.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

NASA's Stevens had previously said the transfer tunnel had suffered cracks and leaks for some time.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

After crumpling to the ice, McNabb immediately climbed to his feet, skated off the playing area and headed down the tunnel while holding a hand over his nose and mouth.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

The brick walls snap shut, sealing me, Alex, JP, and Cocoa in the darkened tunnel.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas