breakwater

Example Sentences

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Go for the sea views and breakwater strolls, as well as a sophisticated crafts market.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

“For example, the breakwater protects the beach from large waves, keeping the beach wider than it would naturally be.”

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 15, 2025

The extensive search covered East Cowes breakwater and a stretch of the River Medina near the floating bridge.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2024

The Port of Camas-Washougal completed a $1.4 million breakwater access ramp project in 2022.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 22, 2024

About a hundred feet out, waves crashed against submerged rocks that created a breakwater.

From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo