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Vocabulary Entry
gulf
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A deep inlet of the sea or ocean partly surrounded by land.
Example Sentences
"The Gulf of Mexico is known for its rich marine life."
"We sailed across the gulf to reach the island."
"The coastal town is located near a large gulf."
V
verb
To form a gulf or wide separation between things.
Example Sentences
"Differences in opinion can gulf people apart."
"The new policies may gulf the community from its traditions."
"Over the years, a gulf has developed between the two families."