sculling

present participle of scull
as in rowing
to move a boat by means of oars a couple sculled past in a racing shell

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  • Team morale improves when engineers and designers see direct user impact rather than rowing toward abstract goals.
    Alexander Jabbour, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
  • Of course, this malady could be overcome by ordering a DSG automatic GLI, but then any fun gleaned by rowing your gears is also lost.
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 27 Aug. 2025
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  • Like going to Tahoe and kayaking in the two person kayak is like, that's like part of it.
    Outside Online, Outside Online, 30 July 2025
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  • Rods and lures safely stowed, the paddling anglers head past the swampy banks and cast their lines through the reeds and lily pads.
    Wesley Bruer, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Enjoy hiking trails with scenic overlooks and opportunities for paddling ⛵ and fishing near the river’s headwaters.
    Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 5 Sep. 2025
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“Sculling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sculling. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.

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