
Beneath
Physical Position
Use 'beneath' to describe something physically lower, often with layers.

Snow lay beneath a thin layer of soil.
Layering Objects
'Beneath' can indicate something hidden or covered under another object.

Keys were found nestled beneath a pile of clothes.
Not for Movement
Don't use 'beneath' to describe movement. Use 'under' instead.

Incorrect: He walked beneath the doorway. (Use 'under')
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