Benecke attended the reunion of his extended family in Berlin last summer.

At the reunion, the Beneckes swapped stories about growing up in the small coastal town.

Although he smiled, there was a sadness beneath the surface.

If you scratch beneath the surface, you'll discover a community that quietly preserves its traditions.

When the conservator examines ancient artifacts, he scratches beneath the surface to reveal faded inscriptions.

The detective kept scratching beneath the surface of every alibi until the truth emerged.

After years of use, someone scratched beneath the surface of the antique dresser, revealing a different wood tone.