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seawall

NOUN
breakwater
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But now, 10 artificial rock pools have been installed along its seawall in the hope that the club will also become a refuge for marine life.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

John Moore helped his three granddaughters throw a bottle each from the seawall at Ramsgate Harbour at the end of November.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2025

Miami is considering a 20-foot-high seawall across Biscayne Bay.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 22, 2024

In Northern California, Antonio Maffei caught another dramatic moment on camera when a wave crashed over the seawall Thursday and caught several bystanders off guard.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 29, 2023

Danny and I watched the jellyfish below our feet dangling off the end of the seawall.

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell




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