trenches

/ ˈtrɛntʃɪz /

plural noun

1. a system of excavations used for the protection of troops, esp those ( the Trenches ) used at the front line in World War I

Example Sentences

"In the frozen trenches of Donetsk region and in the burning steppes of Kherson region under shells, hail, and anti-aircraft guns - we are fighting for the right to life."

From BBC

It will also hone the technology to reach 13 to 15 kilometers, where it can be nearly hot enough to melt lead and pressures are higher than those in the deepest ocean trenches.

From Science Magazine

He estimated that trenches crossed into the AoS in a handful locations, by a couple of metres in each case, but said he had not visited the sites himself.

From BBC

"I wouldn't want to be in the trenches with these players. A lot of them don't care that much. They just focus on the next manager."

From BBC

This could come down to the trenches, and the Titans’ defensive line is much better than the Patriots’ offensive line.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• dike
• foxhole
• gorge
• gully
• moat
• pit
• trough
• waterway