in port

Frequency: 8.222.1 per million words

Used to describe a ship that is docked at a port.

portPREPOSITION + NOUN

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Examples (10)

  • Bad weather kept the ship in port for three more days.
  • The massive cruise liner is currently in port for repairs.
  • How long will the vessel remain in port?
  • The sailors enjoyed their time off while the ship was in port.
  • Several fishing boats are in port today due to the storm.
  • The cargo ship arrived early and is now in port.
  • There were no available berths, so the ship couldn't stay in port.
  • While in port, the crew replenished their supplies.
  • The navy ship will be in port for the weekend.
  • Security is tight whenever a foreign vessel is in port.