sunken
Example Sentences
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The San Francisco Police Department is working with the state Office of Emergency Services to locate the sunken boat.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 16, 2026
Upon entering the dwelling, guests are greeted with classic Hamptons charm and modern luxury, offering vaulted ceilings, five fireplaces, a sunken living room, formal dining room, and an expansive chef’s kitchen designed for entertaining.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 23, 2026
The finished dessert was a cake baked to perfection, with nary a crack, dome or sunken center in sight.
From Salon ● Jun. 14, 2026
It was known that when whales die and drop to the seafloor, their sunken bodies -- called "whale falls" -- provide a source of food to deep-sea creatures.
From Barron's ● Jun. 10, 2026
His cheeks were sunken; he’d lost a lot of weight and he needed a haircut.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
