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open sea

American  

noun

  1. the main body of a sea or ocean, especially the part that is outside territorial waters and not enclosed, or partially enclosed, by land.


Example Sentences

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Most existing wave energy devices perform well only under specific wave conditions, limiting their effectiveness in the constantly shifting environment of the open sea.

From Science Daily

It had not been seen since it reportedly entered the region in January but it had been crossing the open sea where satellite coverage is limited.

From BBC

If that is correct, the vessel and its crew likely crossed a significant stretch of open sea to reach Als, pointing to a carefully planned and organized military expedition.

From Science Daily

On February 4, Miyasaka once again declared an "open sea" or "ake no umi", meaning little chance one would appear before spring.

From Barron's

"We will report it was a season of 'open sea', passing on the message to people 100 years from now," he said.

From Barron's