shallow cave

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a cave that does not extend far from the entrance

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Examples (10)

  • We found a shallow cave at the base of the cliff, just big enough to sit in.
  • The hikers took refuge from the sudden rainstorm in a shallow cave.
  • A small fox had made its den in a shallow cave on the hillside.
  • The children were excited to discover a shallow cave where they could pretend to be pirates.
  • This geological formation is characterized by a series of shallow caves eroded by wind and water.
  • Unlike the deep caverns nearby, this was just a shallow cave that ended after a few meters.
  • Archaeologists found ancient tools in what appeared to be a shallow cave used for temporary campsites.
  • Is that a shallow cave over there, or just a dark shadow on the rock face?
  • The coastline was dotted with shallow caves where the waves crashed loudly.
  • Be careful when exploring even a shallow cave; rocks can be loose.