kayaker

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Recent Examples of kayaker Mateo, who is also from Boise, is a competitive kayaker. Sally Krutzig, Idaho Statesman, 1 Apr. 2026 The kayaker was found clinging to a log off the shore of Portland Boat Works, fire officials said. Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 16 Mar. 2026 Frigid Lake Norman waters may have contributed to a kayaker’s death this week, an officer with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission said Friday. Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 13 Mar. 2026 Authorities said another kayaker found Rajaniemi face down in the water Friday morning with his kayak upside-down near the head of the Bodega Bay channel. Sacbee.com, 13 Jan. 2026 Authorities including the Texas Game Wardens and the Tarrant Regional Water District are searching the water for a kayaker who went missing Monday at the Marine Creek Reservoir in northwest Fort Worth. Amy McDaniel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Dec. 2025 The remains are believed to be of kayaker Robert Lawson White, who went missing in June 2023. Gabrielle Rockson, PEOPLE, 9 Dec. 2025 For Joe Jackson, a veteran kayaker, the rapid presented a rare opportunity to send a first descent of sorts during his 23-day trip in October. Madison Dapcevich, Outside, 24 Nov. 2025 With a lake bottom as clean as Big Green’s, the kayaker’s body should have been easy to find. Jamie Thompson, The Atlantic, 6 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kayaker
Noun
  • In addition to the base’s security personnel, sailors and the base’s fire department staff will participate, Smith said.
    Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 9 Apr. 2026
  • Across the chain, all profits are funneled back into the Navy and help to fund its morale, welfare and recreation programs, which offer sailors and their families access to services like day cares, gyms, counseling and community events.
    Gabrielle Fonrouge,Ryan Baker, CNBC, 8 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • This lead seamen to believe that the bananas had caused the ship to sink, and the superstition continues to stay in effect around docks down South.
    Abby Fribush, Southern Living, 7 Apr. 2026
  • Then, noticing changes in the wind and the rocking of the boat, an uneasiness crept over the veteran seaman.
    Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 5 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The goal is speed and dominance, but also restraint, especially when dealing with civilian mariners who may be caught in the middle of a military operation.
    Luis Martinez, ABC News, 16 Apr. 2026
  • Ross’ second husband, mariner Joseph Ashburn, served the Revolution as a privateer and died in an English prison.
    Marla Miller, The Conversation, 23 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Historical context The Portuguese first arrived in India after the navigator Vasco da Gama’s voyages (1497–99, 1502–03, and 1524) opened the sea route from western Europe to Asia around the Cape of Good Hope.
    Sanat Pai RaikarAll, Encyclopedia Britannica, 6 Apr. 2026
  • Connecting with financial counselors, patient navigators and care coordinators could help young patients on public insurance or those who lack insurance navigate the system.
    Rhonda Winegar, Fortune, 1 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • There’s no keel, so the skilled oarsmen work hard to steer them with each stroke.
    Tribune Content Agency, Baltimore Sun, 8 Apr. 2026
  • In Outbound, 2023, oarsmen paddle a boat out to sea, escorted by sinister seagulls.
    James Meyer, Artforum, 1 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Throw the pieces into a zip-top bag along with lemon (juice and slices), olive oil, a minced shallot, some Parmesan, and salt and pepper.
    Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 Apr. 2026
  • Apple Basket Many products in the collection also feature an apple motif, including a charming pillow and even a wooden salt cellar and doormat, but we’re most intrigued by the bamboo and rattan apple basket.
    Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • It is equipped with fold-out platforms, a large glass-bottom pool, and a lounge with a DJ booth, meaning seafarers can play with water toys by day and cut shapes by night.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 10 Apr. 2026
  • Martín Izaguirre Salgado, a seafarer who has been stuck on board his company’s oil tanker in the Persian Gulf since late February, said as of Thursday, they were still stuck.
    Vanessa Yurkevich, CNN Money, 9 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Brittin is also a former Olympic rower, having represented Great Britain in 1988.
    K.J. Yossman, Variety, 25 Mar. 2026
  • Athletes seeking their new professional passion upon retirement should be looking out for a good energy match, the champion rower advises.
    Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 22 Feb. 2026

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“Kayaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kayaker. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.

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