be submerged

Frequency: 8.525.1 per million words

Indicates a state of being underwater or covered by a liquid.

Categories:

Examples (10)

  • The ancient ruins were found to be submerged in the sea.
  • After the heavy rains, the entire valley began to be submerged in water.
  • The submarine was designed to be submerged for extended periods.
  • Many coastal cities risk being submerged due to rising sea levels.
  • The treasure chest was believed to be submerged at the bottom of the lake.
  • The diver explored the wreckage that continued to be submerged for decades.
  • The island's low-lying areas were starting to be submerged by the tide.
  • It was a somber sight to see the village continue to be submerged after the dam burst.
  • The new research vessel is capable of operating while submerged.
  • The artist created a sculpture that appeared to be submerged in a pool of blue glass.