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as in abysses
the lowest point or level
the author describes how she slowly rose from the depth of her depression
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as in heights
the most extreme or advanced point
even in the depth of the Great Depression people never lost hope
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Recent Examples of depths
In the frigid depths, the cold-blooded animals’ movements and metabolism slow dramatically.
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Brian Handwerk, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 Dec. 2024
The infected have undergone terrifying mutations and expose the depths of humanity’s struggle to endure.
—Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 10 Dec. 2024
The sudden turbulence swept organic matter from the pupfish's critical spawning shelf into the depths of the cavern, which extends over 500 feet.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
The device stands out because of its relatively small size, very low power consumption, and ability to operate at depths up to 3,280 feet (1,000 meters) below sea level.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
In contrast, Raman lidar systems can analyze underwater environments at various depths without being impacted by these sea conditions.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
In the depths of a former mine in South Dakota, the journalist learns how microbes carve the Earth’s crust.
—Joe Spring, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 Dec. 2024
These awards, combined with the depths of Jean-Baptiste’s performance, will help to firmly elbow her into the conversation.
—Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024
For fans of Botafogo, the last three years in particular have been a dream come true and somewhat of a rags to riches story, as they have been led from the depths under new owner John Textor to become one of the most powerful teams in South America.
—Joseph O'Sullivan, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Brian Handwerk, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 Dec. 2024
The infected have undergone terrifying mutations and expose the depths of humanity’s struggle to endure.
—Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 10 Dec. 2024
The sudden turbulence swept organic matter from the pupfish's critical spawning shelf into the depths of the cavern, which extends over 500 feet.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
The device stands out because of its relatively small size, very low power consumption, and ability to operate at depths up to 3,280 feet (1,000 meters) below sea level.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
In contrast, Raman lidar systems can analyze underwater environments at various depths without being impacted by these sea conditions.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
In the depths of a former mine in South Dakota, the journalist learns how microbes carve the Earth’s crust.
—Joe Spring, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 Dec. 2024
These awards, combined with the depths of Jean-Baptiste’s performance, will help to firmly elbow her into the conversation.
—Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024
For fans of Botafogo, the last three years in particular have been a dream come true and somewhat of a rags to riches story, as they have been led from the depths under new owner John Textor to become one of the most powerful teams in South America.
—Joseph O'Sullivan, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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“Depths.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/depths. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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