high sea
noun
: the open part of a sea or ocean especially outside territorial waters
—usually used in plural
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The goal of building long-range vessels that could handle high sea states and remain cost-efficient led us to autonomous hydrofoiling vessels.
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Big Think, 28 Oct. 2025
Cruising enthusiasts have been able to travel on shorter three- and five-day itineraries from Mobile, but this addition gives a third option for those hoping for a longer vacation on the high seas.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 23 Oct. 2025
The Four Seasons is taking Michelin-level dining to the high seas on its new yachts next year.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 21 Oct. 2025
Frank Lammers will lead Salé, a pirate drama set around the high seas of 17th century North Africa.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 2 Oct. 2025
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Big Think, 28 Oct. 2025
Cruising enthusiasts have been able to travel on shorter three- and five-day itineraries from Mobile, but this addition gives a third option for those hoping for a longer vacation on the high seas.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 23 Oct. 2025
The Four Seasons is taking Michelin-level dining to the high seas on its new yachts next year.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 21 Oct. 2025
Frank Lammers will lead Salé, a pirate drama set around the high seas of 17th century North Africa.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 2 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for high sea
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“High sea.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high%20sea. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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