Expressions (A–Z)
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A desert island
A remote place in the middle of the sea; an island isolated from civilization.
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A sea of...
(slang) a lot; very much.
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D
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Daughter of the Sea/ Mermaid
Nymph. A legendary figure of a girl living in the sea.
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Descended into the depths
Drowned in the sea; sank to the seabed. Figuratively: went to ruin; went to wast...
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F
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forces of nature
The powerful forces of nature, such as the sea and the wind.
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L
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lands of the sea
See: 'islands of the sea.'
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Lifesaver Ring
A floating sea ring intended for rescue in the sea or pool. By metaphor: assista...
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M
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Mediterranean Sea
See: "the Mediterranean Sea."
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N
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Naval force/ navy
A military corps responsible for the security of the coasts.
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Overseas countries / Far lands
A term for distant countries; lands beyond the sea.
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