at a/the dock

Frequency: 7.010.1 per million words

Used to indicate presence at the dockside.

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Examples (10)

  • A car pulled up at the dock.
  • The huge cargo ship is currently at the dock, being unloaded.
  • We waited for hours at the dock for the ferry to arrive.
  • He works long shifts as a crane operator at a busy commercial dock.
  • The fishing boats were all lined up at the dock after a long day at sea.
  • Meet me at the dock bright and early.
  • Security is always tight at a military dock.
  • Children love to watch the sailors working at the dock.
  • A large crowd was gathered at the dock to welcome the fleet home.
  • The old warehouse at the dock has been converted into luxury apartments.