paddling
Example Sentences
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The next morning, she protested her neighbor for the first time, grabbing a sign that said “Justice for All” and paddling back and forth in front of his home, hoping he would see.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 6, 2026
“The current against us is strong, and we’re paddling as hard as we can,” Margolius said.
From Salon ● Sep. 12, 2026
The accident took place near the iconic Steamer Lane surf break, described by Surfer Today as the heart and soul of Santa Cruz surfing where locals have been paddling out since the 1930s.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
Officially called a "temporary use ban" - meaning it only applies to domestic use of hosepipes for actions like filling paddling pools and hot tubs, washing cars and windows, and watering the garden.
From BBC ● Jul. 10, 2026
The dog went paddling past Raymie just as she came up for air.
From "Raymie Nightingale" by Kate DiCamillo
