coral reef

noun

: a long line of coral that lies in warm, shallow water

Examples of coral reef in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Restoring coral reefs at the site is a key focus for the MSC Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the MSC Group, which owns MSC Cruises. Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 11 Aug. 2024 Source: Todd Miller The archipelago’s clear waters and coral reefs are world class. Todd Miller, Contributor, CNBC, 31 July 2024 As for which beach took home the No. 1 spot, that honor went to Duke Kahanamoku in Hawaii, which won thanks to its thin crowds, soft sand, and offshore coral reef. Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 23 July 2024 Don’t be surprised if the survival of coral reefs becomes your next political priority upon seeing this. Tomris Laffly, EW.com, 10 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for coral reef 

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“Coral reef.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/coral%20reef. Accessed 12 Sep. 2024.

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coral reef

noun
: a reef made up of corals, other organic substances, and limestone

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