aground
Example Sentences
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It is a measure of how much water is needed for a ship to float safely without running aground.
From Barron's ● Sep. 7, 2026
Ice islands from Petermann may instead travel farther before running aground.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 4, 2026
HM Coastguard previously said the vessel remained aground and the responsibility of its owner.
From BBC ● Jul. 13, 2026
“The Little Sister” grows even more intriguing once the love affair runs aground, forcing Fatima to flounder in her heartache.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 12, 2026
Suddenly, the Golden Glen loomed up out of the darkness like a ship that had run aground.
From "Raymie Nightingale" by Kate DiCamillo
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