by sea
phrase
: by means of a ship
We traveled by sea.
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The church is where two lanterns were hung in the belfry on April 18, 1775, to warn the colonists that British troops were advancing by sea.
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Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
The American military is also assisting with some repairs, including damage to the port in La Guaira to enable the arrival of more relief supplies by sea.
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Juan Pablo Arraez,
Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2026
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Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
The American military is also assisting with some repairs, including damage to the port in La Guaira to enable the arrival of more relief supplies by sea.
—
Juan Pablo Arraez,
Chicago Tribune,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for by sea
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“By sea.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/by%20sea. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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