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a prevailing or general movement or inclination
the tide of the battle turned suddenly, and the would-be invaders were forced to retreat
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Recent Examples of tides
King tides — the year’s highest tides, which climate change is making more frequent and severe — stir up sediment and reduce the light that reaches the seafloor.
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ABC News, 10 Apr. 2026
Once created, New Cut allowed colonial travelers to rely on strong sea tides to carry them through the canal.
—Literary Hub, 10 Apr. 2026
Individuals with Neptune in Pisces are often deeply empathetic and imaginative, dreaming through art, spirituality and the emotional tides of humanity.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
Wildlife threatened by the rising tides include not only wild horses, but nesting sea turtles and shorebirds, experts say.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 8 Apr. 2026
Families say finding community in those who have already charted the turbulent tides of the state's mental health care system has been a critical resource.
—CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
The county said the bill does not limit how often the state can rename an airport, meaning the county could be on the line to pay for another rebrand following new political tides.
—Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 7 Apr. 2026
Pocahontas will arrive with her very own Yehakin and help unravel the mystery behind a strange phenomenon affecting the Moon and the tides around the Valley.
—Arushi Jacob, Variety, 7 Apr. 2026
Typically, people are advised to stay out of the water for 48 to 72 hours after the last rainfall so the water can be flushed by the tides.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
ABC News, 10 Apr. 2026
Once created, New Cut allowed colonial travelers to rely on strong sea tides to carry them through the canal.
—Literary Hub, 10 Apr. 2026
Individuals with Neptune in Pisces are often deeply empathetic and imaginative, dreaming through art, spirituality and the emotional tides of humanity.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026
Wildlife threatened by the rising tides include not only wild horses, but nesting sea turtles and shorebirds, experts say.
—Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 8 Apr. 2026
Families say finding community in those who have already charted the turbulent tides of the state's mental health care system has been a critical resource.
—CBS News, 8 Apr. 2026
The county said the bill does not limit how often the state can rename an airport, meaning the county could be on the line to pay for another rebrand following new political tides.
—Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 7 Apr. 2026
Pocahontas will arrive with her very own Yehakin and help unravel the mystery behind a strange phenomenon affecting the Moon and the tides around the Valley.
—Arushi Jacob, Variety, 7 Apr. 2026
Typically, people are advised to stay out of the water for 48 to 72 hours after the last rainfall so the water can be flushed by the tides.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tides
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Sign up for our weekly newsletter that goes beyond the livestream, offering a closer look at the trends and figures shaping the ETF market.—
Krysta Escobar,
CNBC,
11 Apr. 2026
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Throughout the series, Swisher tests a variety of biotech breakthroughs and wellness trends for herself (think ketamine, red light and sound therapy).—
Erin Lassner,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Apr. 2026
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There were no signs the victim had suicidal tendencies, according to police.—
Sofia Saric,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
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While Heuermann could hold the key to previously-unknown details surrounding the inner workings of a serial killer’s mind, Burgess cautions the ability to work alongside the FBI could feed into any narcissistic tendencies that are frequently observed in the most heinous criminals.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
9 Apr. 2026
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Cocktails have been the beverage ecosystem’s keystone for the past decade, and a new crop of maestros is pushing into new directions.—
Chris Malloy,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 Apr. 2026
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Tariff uncertainty, the Iran conflict, spiking energy costs, and a stock market that has rattled retirement accounts are converging, hitting consumers from multiple directions.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
14 Apr. 2026
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Additionally, Monday will be another very dry day with gusty winds, so expect worsening conditions across all of northwest North Carolina.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
19 Apr. 2026
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Scrubbed May 11 because of high winds.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
19 Apr. 2026
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Strong longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties and other hazardous areas.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
19 Apr. 2026
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Flash flooding currents are strong and can sweep drivers off roadways.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
19 Apr. 2026
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“Tides.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tides. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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