How to Use depth in a Sentence

depth

noun
  • The boat sank to a depth of several hundred feet.
  • The pool has a depth of 12 feet.
  • Students will test the temperature of the water at different depths.
  • I began working at the factory during the depth of the Depression.
  • These fish typically live at depths of 500 feet or more.
  • The tight end room could also thrive with real depth for the first time in a few years.
    Nathan Baird, cleveland, 20 Jan. 2023
  • Your guests will thank you, as will the bevy of wine bottles and six packs of beer that are currently crowding the depths of your big fridge.
    Alaina Chou, Bon Appétit, 29 Nov. 2024
  • Read more in-depth details of the shooting and investigation here.
    Naledi Ushe, USA TODAY, 19 Jan. 2023
  • The fire, around which the series revolves, is hinted at throughout but examined in depth only in the last episode.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 25 Jan. 2023
  • Carman bounced all around the depth chart since arriving in Cincinnati and was unable to secure a starting role.
    The Enquirer, 16 Jan. 2023
  • When Richardson was injured, veteran Patty Mills then was brought in for depth.
    Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 29 Nov. 2024
  • Freshman running back Jonathon Brooks did have one rushing touchdown in that game and could easily be at the top of the depth chart.
    Christina Huang, Dallas News, 11 Jan. 2023
  • Indeed, his cinematic background comes through, elevating the six-episode series with more depth and nuance.
    Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 20 Jan. 2023
  • While the exact rug that Lisa tested isn’t discounted at the moment, there are a plethora of noteworthy designs that will add depth and dimension to your space.
    Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 30 Nov. 2024
  • Between personal clips and interviews with those who knew and admired him, the film promises to give an in depth look into the life of the NBA icon.
    Rebecca Aizin, Peoplemag, 25 Jan. 2023
  • These extraordinary volumes go in depth into the art and artists through gorgeous essays by art historians and other amazing writers.
    Lisa Wong MacAbasco, Vogue, 17 Jan. 2023
  • As soon as the earth starts to shake, the pupfish dive to the depths of Devils Hole, with each male chasing a female pupfish to procreate as soon as physically possible.
    Scott Travers, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
  • Garland said Lausch and his team determined that a special counsel was warranted for a more in depth investigation, but it was already known that Lausch could not take on that role.
    Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune, 12 Jan. 2023
  • Conversational Calls: Have a more in-depth conversation about family, hobbies, current events and more for a sense of connection.
    Annie Lane, oregonlive, 15 Jan. 2023
  • So this seems like the perfect time to project the two-deep depth chart.
    David Moore, Dallas News, 9 May 2023
  • Cut the corn from the cobs at ¾-inch depth of the kernels (in other words, don't scrape the cob).
    Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Feb. 2023
  • The new species was found in depths ranging from about 16 feet to about 65 feet.
    Moira Ritter, Miami Herald, 1 Mar. 2024
  • But the more pressing issue at this point is the depth.
    Kevin Reynolds, The Salt Lake Tribune, 14 Aug. 2023
  • The belief is in their depth, their chemistry and the system.
    Dan Woike, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2023
  • There’s so much more depth to the characters, to the plot, to the storyline.
    Pat Saperstein, Variety, 17 June 2023
  • And of course, the lemon flavor sings, with more depth than a standard lemon loaf.
    The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 7 July 2023
  • This tile has a lot of variation, which gives a lot more depth to the space.
    Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 6 Apr. 2023
  • The first of his magic powers was the breadth and depth of his knowledge.
    Daniel Schiappa, Forbes, 5 May 2023
  • The result has a groovy two-tone effect with lots of depth.
    Loren Savini, Allure, 10 Sep. 2024
  • The depth of their relationship unfurls over the course of the film.
    Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Aug. 2023

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