high sea
noun
: the open part of a sea or ocean especially outside territorial waters
—usually used in plural
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While Ozzy never got his shot at the high seas, his legacy as the Prince of Darkness remains untouchable—onstage and, perhaps, in an alternate timeline, on the big screen.
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Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 20 Feb. 2025
Under international maritime law, waters outside China's and Taiwan's territorial zones are considered high seas, where freedom of navigation applies.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Feb. 2025
While many Americans opt for destinations by air, a new report reveals a record-breaking number of people will be seeking trips on the high seas this year.
—Ashley J. Dimella Fox News, Fox News, 27 Jan. 2025
The incident occurred under local weather conditions of heavy snow, gusts of up to 60 mph and 6-foot high seas, according to the Coast Guard.
—Escher Walcott, People.com, 2 Dec. 2024
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Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 20 Feb. 2025
Under international maritime law, waters outside China's and Taiwan's territorial zones are considered high seas, where freedom of navigation applies.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Feb. 2025
While many Americans opt for destinations by air, a new report reveals a record-breaking number of people will be seeking trips on the high seas this year.
—Ashley J. Dimella Fox News, Fox News, 27 Jan. 2025
The incident occurred under local weather conditions of heavy snow, gusts of up to 60 mph and 6-foot high seas, according to the Coast Guard.
—Escher Walcott, People.com, 2 Dec. 2024
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“High sea.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high%20sea. Accessed 14 Mar. 2025.
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