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as in to lick
to strike repeatedly
back in those times it was acceptable for teachers to paddle misbehaving students
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Recent Examples of paddle
The rugged islands offer opportunities for backpacking, hiking, boating, paddling and diving.
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Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 12 Dec. 2024
Carbon fiber paddles like the niupipo Pro offer the greatest control and touch favored by advanced players.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024
Special mentions must go to the spinner dolphins and the gracefully paddling sea turtles.
—Nina-Sophia Miralles, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Cooler months allow visitors to explore at a quieter pace and revel in the area’s beautiful landscapes, from mesmerizing bald cypress swamps to serene waters for paddling.
—AFAR Media, 17 Dec. 2024
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Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 12 Dec. 2024
Carbon fiber paddles like the niupipo Pro offer the greatest control and touch favored by advanced players.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024
Special mentions must go to the spinner dolphins and the gracefully paddling sea turtles.
—Nina-Sophia Miralles, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Cooler months allow visitors to explore at a quieter pace and revel in the area’s beautiful landscapes, from mesmerizing bald cypress swamps to serene waters for paddling.
—AFAR Media, 17 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for paddle
Verb
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If pets do go outside, Aitken recommended wiping their paws with a wet towel or baby wipes to ensure any soot is removed, to stop them from licking it off.—
John Mac Ghlionn,
Newsweek,
13 Jan. 2025
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Wipe paws off after walking outdoors with a wet washcloth or baby wipes to prevent pets from licking soot off of their feet after coming inside.—
Geoffrey Eisler,
ABC News,
12 Jan. 2025
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This particular guy has bicycled 46,000 miles around the world for four years, rowed a boat across the Atlantic Ocean, and walked across the Empty Quarter Desert towing a giant homemade cart.—
Brendan Leonard,
Outside Online,
10 Jan. 2025
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This covert symbol was meant to communicate that the British were rowing across the Charles River, rather than marching on land.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
2 Jan. 2025
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Trump himself has lashed out at Newsom a number of times over the issue and has ignored a request from the governor to visit the area.—
Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell,
Newsweek,
14 Jan. 2025
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Spencer is appropriately freaked out and lashing out at just about everyone, though Bobby does offer him a potential suspect in Rafael Campos, the head of the Los Tigres cartel who is currently in prison thanks in part to Captain Spencer and Judge Powell.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
12 Jan. 2025
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Visitors can enjoy canoeing, bird watching, and engaging with local communities.—
Lauren Mowery,
Forbes,
4 Jan. 2025
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Older kids and teenagers often enjoy spear-throwing with a Maasai warrior, horseback riding, hot-air balloon rides, and canoeing in the Okavango Delta.—
Maija de Rijk-Uys,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Nov. 2024
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Everyone here is affected Today infernos whipped by a perfect storm of high winds and drought conditions hit the Western edges of the United States especially hard.—
Jennifer Jolly,
USA TODAY,
17 Jan. 2025
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As the fire came closer, whipped by strong winds barreling down the mountains, no ambulance appeared.—
Claire Fahy,
New York Times,
14 Jan. 2025
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At the time, wolves were still considered predatory varmints to be shot from airplanes, trapped and snared for $100 bounty and whatever hides would bring.—
Al Wolter,
Outdoor Life,
10 Jan. 2025
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Set in a swanky apartment hidden above a cobblestone street, this intimate cooking class teaches you both the simplicity and complexity of Italian pasta.—
Anna Haines,
Forbes,
9 Jan. 2025
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Heavy snow pounded the district, with totals of 5-9 inches and isolated areas receiving up to 12 inches.—
Kevin Lynn,
Newsweek,
7 Jan. 2025
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Allar has pounded the table time and time again for his receivers.—
Audrey Snyder,
The Athletic,
6 Jan. 2025
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Chicken Selects / Tenders Made of white breast meat with a peppery, crispy coating, Chicken Selects beat McNuggets any day of the week.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
18 Jan. 2025
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Only one musician manages to beat Charli, as well as Eilish and every other star who lands on the Hot Dance/Pop Songs chart as Americans get their first look at the exciting new tally.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
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“Paddle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/paddle. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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