rudder
Example Sentences
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Aguano will man the rudder through what could be difficult waters.
From Seattle Times
During the September inspection, a left-hand rudder retract cable was replaced.
From Seattle Times
The collision caused extensive damage to the starboard foil and rudder as well as the foil box, which controls the rake of the foil, making it impossible to fly the boat.
From Seattle Times
The Aussies’ regatta nearly ended with a broken rudder in the fourth fleet race but it was quickly repaired.
From Seattle Times
The National National Transportation Safety Board said the captain applied too much rudder power to offset a crosswind, causing the plane to veer to the left and nearly leave the runway.
From Seattle Times
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