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fishing

[fish-ing] / ˈfɪʃ ɪŋ /


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Conrad: I’d come up with something like the scratchy safety vests they make you wear when you go fishing on a boat.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 17, 2026

He told BBC Verify that Qeshm is home to "sensitive coastal and marine habitats, including mangroves, turtle nesting areas and important fishing grounds".

From BBC Aug. 14, 2026

“This is a great fishing shirt,” he said.

From Slate Aug. 14, 2026

Their population of about 20,000 Russian citizens lives in a harsh climate, but the islands have mineral deposits including gold and silver, and rich fishing grounds.

From Barron's Aug. 13, 2026

“Reuben wrecked Fort Lauderdale too. Port Everglades. The fishing pier at Pompano. It’s all gone. Basketball arena made it though, so there’s that, I guess.”

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz




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