deep trench

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Refers to a trench that extends far down from the surface.

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  • The excavator dug a deep trench for the new sewer pipe.
  • The Mariana Trench is an incredibly deep trench in the Pacific Ocean.
  • Soldiers sought cover in a deep trench during the artillery barrage.
  • The archaeologists carefully excavated the deep trench to find artifacts.
  • A deep trench was cut across the field to improve drainage.
  • The workers were warned about the dangers of falling into the deep trench.
  • They had to shore up the sides of the deep trench to prevent a collapse.
  • The cable was buried in a deep trench to protect it from damage.
  • Looking down into the deep trench, I could barely see the bottom.
  • Heavy rains quickly filled the deep trench with water.