dredges

[US]/drɛdʒɪz/
[UK]/drɛdʒɪz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to remove earth or sand from the bottom of a river, lake, etc.; to bring to light or uncover; to sprinkle a substance like flour or sugar

Phrases & Collocations

dredges up

dredges through

dredges for

dredges away

dredges deeper

dredges out

dredges along

dredges back

dredges together

dredges clean

Example Sentences

the fisherman dredges the river for clams.

the construction crew dredges the site to prepare for the foundation.

the environmental team dredges the lake to remove pollutants.

he dredges up old memories whenever he visits his hometown.

the company dredges for gold in the river.

she dredges the bottom of the pond for fish.

the chef dredges the chicken in flour before frying.

they dredge the harbor to ensure safe navigation.

the archaeologist dredges the site for ancient artifacts.

he dredges up the courage to speak in public.

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