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Trench

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Construction Context

Used to describe excavations for building work or utility installations.

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Construction teams often excavate trenches for laying cables.
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Military Usage

In historical contexts, 'trench' refers to long, narrow ditches for military defense.

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Soldiers in World War I fought from trenches to protect themselves.
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Metaphorical Use

Sometimes used metaphorically to mean 'deeply involved in an activity or situation'.

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She's been in the trenches of research for her thesis.
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