shallow enough

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To the required degree of shallowness, often for a specific purpose (e.g., to cross).

shallowADVERB + shallow

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enough

Examples (10)

  • Follow the south shore, crossing the river where it is shallow enough.
  • Is the water shallow enough for the children to play safely?
  • The trench needs to be shallow enough to avoid hitting underground pipes.
  • She made sure the pool was shallow enough for her toddler to stand in.
  • We can wade across the stream if it's shallow enough after the dry spell.
  • The architect designed the pond to be shallow enough for aquatic plants to thrive.
  • For successful planting, the seedbed must be shallow enough to allow light penetration.
  • He checked if the tide had receded, making the crossing shallow enough.
  • The pan wasn't shallow enough for baking the delicate tart.
  • Ensure the grave is shallow enough to prevent disturbing ancient remains.