the open sea

noun

: far away from land
sailing the open sea

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The Orient Express Corinthian, the world’s largest sailing yacht, will take to the open sea in June 2026, cruising along the stunning French and Italian Rivieras. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 6 Mar. 2025 On the day of the shipwreck, the Pacific made slow progress through the Strait of Juan de Fuca, laboring against a strong headwind toward the open sea. Joel Sams, Smithsonian Magazine, 30 Jan. 2025 While out in the open sea, the animals — which can measure up to 52 feet — are known to reach depths of nearly two miles, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2025 Explora Journeys: Elevate your next at-sea moment this Black Friday with Explora Journeys, where luxury meets the open sea. Dan Koday, Travel + Leisure, 3 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for the open sea

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“The open sea.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20open%20sea. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.

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