
Penetrate
Physical Entry
Used when something physically enters or passes through an object.

The nail penetrated the tire.
Not Superficial
Suggests more than a surface impact, implying deep insertion.

The needle penetrated beyond the first layer of skin.
Potential Resistance
Often implies overcoming resistance to enter something.

The explorers penetrated the thick jungle.
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EnterImpaleInfiltratePermeatePervadePierceSaturateTraverse
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