In comparison to other deep currents, he said, "this is a 9 on a scale of 10."
A deep current is any ocean current at a depth of greater than 100m.
Throughout the brothers' tale ran a deep current of animosity for Preka.
"Ultimately, we must have the capacity to stand back and see the deep currents and the important shape of events."
At the same time, the great, deep currents of the conflict began to reveal themselves.
Their dialogue became more animated and intimate, as they discovered in each other a deep current of compatibility.
Sooner or later those deep currents would undercut her dams.
But such assurances are ripples on the deep current of events.
There are parallels with another historical period, however, that suggest the deeper currents of uneasiness.
John looked from one man to the other, sensing the deep currents between them.