enter a strait

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To begin travelling into a strait.

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Examples (10)

  • The large tanker began to enter the strait at sunrise.
  • After hours of sailing, the expedition was finally ready to enter the narrow strait.
  • The captain ordered the crew to prepare to enter the treacherous strait.
  • To reach their destination quickly, they chose to enter the strait rather than go around the island.
  • A small fishing boat was seen trying to enter the strait during the storm.
  • The ancient mariners would often hesitate to enter unknown straits.
  • We observed the majestic cruise ship gracefully enter the strait towards the open sea.
  • The naval fleet will enter the strait under escort next Tuesday.
  • Before you enter the strait, make sure all navigation systems are operational.
  • If the weather improves, we plan to enter the strait by noon.