into port

Frequency: 7.816.3 per million words

Used to describe a ship arriving at a port.

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Examples (10)

  • She tried to steer the boat into port.
  • The ship sailed slowly into port just before sunset.
  • A huge cargo vessel was towed into port after the engine failed.
  • We watched the fishing boats returning into port with their catch.
  • The captain guided the cruise liner safely into port.
  • The yacht finally made its way into port after the storm.
  • Several tankers are waiting to come into port for unloading.
  • As the ferry pulled into port, passengers began to gather their bags.
  • The damaged submarine was escorted into port by the navy.
  • Heavy fog made it difficult for ships to navigate into port.