canoed

verb

past tense of canoe
as in kayaked

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  1. rowed
  2. paddled
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  • Rescuers rowed boats, canoes, and rafts to people trapped in homes and businesses and on rooftops.
    — Kansas City Public Library staff, Kansas City Star, 1 July 2026
  • Before this summer, Norway had not qualified for a World Cup in 28 years, but the team has now rowed its way into the knockout rounds.
    — Elmira Aliieva, NBC news, 27 June 2026
Definition of rowed
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  • Mystery illnesses have struck several groups of Grand Canyon rafters who paddled the Colorado River, prompting the National Park Service to investigate whether something in or along the river is making people sick.
    — Evan Bush, NBC news, 9 July 2026
  • Eventually, Paolasin's family was able to grab the attention of a kayaker, who paddled over to retrieve her.
    — Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 5 July 2026
Definition of paddled
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“Canoed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/canoed. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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