sail into

phrase

Synonyms of sail intonext
: to attack vigorously or sharply
sailed into me for being late

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The first Europeans, led by Spain's Juan de Ayala in his ship the San Carlos, sailed into what is now called San Francisco Bay, anchoring behind Angel Island. USA Today, 21 July 2026 As Santa Margarita’s last pass at the South County Classic sailed into the hands of a Sierra Canyon defender, the outcome of the championship game and the challenge ahead for the Eagles became clear. Dan Albano, Oc Register, 19 July 2026 The docuseries says 19 people were aboard when Belfort ignored warnings to remain in port and sailed into a Mediterranean storm. Jp Mangalindan, Entertainment Weekly, 14 July 2026 Goodman’s throw sailed into center field and Rafael Devers, the runner on third, waltzed home to give San Francisco a one-run lead. Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 12 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for sail into

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“Sail into.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sail%20into. Accessed 31 Jul. 2026.

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