paddling
Example Sentences
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Several private schools in Ohio and Virginia permit paddling as discipline even though those states outlaw corporal punishment in public schools.
From Salon ● Jul. 27, 2026
Tamika and Sofia-Ann, 14, were paddling at Pensarn beach, Abergele, Conwy, but lost their footing when they were suddenly dragged under water.
From BBC ● Jun. 16, 2026
Bushby said: "I may have to start paddling again."
From BBC ● Jun. 16, 2026
“When you have great coverage, you can relax a little bit. That’s what it feels like now, there’s so many people paddling in the boat with me.”
From Los Angeles Times ● May 8, 2026
Clare did the paddling, his arms being longer, as beside him, Gingersnipes basked in the sunlight, paws clasped behind her head.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
