wading

VERB

plod, often through water

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bathe paddle splash stumble trek

STRONG

attack attempt drudge ford initiate labor launch start tackle toil walk

WEAK

fall to get feet wet get stuck in go for jump in light into pitch in set about set to tear into work through

Antonyms

STRONG

avoid be lazy conclude dodge end finish idle ignore laze neglect stop

Example Sentences

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Lululemon has been wading through turmoil for over a year, facing the public attack from Wilson and additional scrutiny from activist Elliott Investment Management.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

She said muddy edges around the waterways were ideal for insects and molluscs, which "will provide a feast" for wading birds like lapwings, redshank and snipe.

From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026

Attempt to buy literally anything online without wading through bot-addled marketplaces full of garbage.

From Salon • Apr. 13, 2026

Buyers planning on wading back into the market can enjoy it—for now.

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

He pulled out another rope, tying one end to his horse’s saddle and then wrapping it around his waist before he began wading back into the water.

From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo