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as in angler
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as in whaler
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Recent Examples of trawler
The increasing alienation leaves fisherman Magnús (Sverrir Guðnason) living offshore on a big trawler as his hold on domestic security slips.
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Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 6 Feb. 2026
Greece has come under scrutiny for its treatment of migrants and refugees approaching by sea, including a shipwreck in 2023 in which hundreds of migrants died after what witnesses said was the coast guard’s attempt to tow their trawler.
—Reuters, CNN Money, 4 Feb. 2026
In 2009, the original Magellano 74 pioneered the crossover between adventure and sophistication in what was a very traditional trawler market.
—Tristan Rutherford, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2025
The film is described as a claustrophobic drama set on a fishing trawler in the North Atlantic.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 12 Aug. 2025
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Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 6 Feb. 2026
Greece has come under scrutiny for its treatment of migrants and refugees approaching by sea, including a shipwreck in 2023 in which hundreds of migrants died after what witnesses said was the coast guard’s attempt to tow their trawler.
—Reuters, CNN Money, 4 Feb. 2026
In 2009, the original Magellano 74 pioneered the crossover between adventure and sophistication in what was a very traditional trawler market.
—Tristan Rutherford, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2025
The film is described as a claustrophobic drama set on a fishing trawler in the North Atlantic.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 12 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for trawler
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Professional angler Cole Huskins of Gastonia won the recent Turtlebox Bassmaster Open on the lake with a three-day total catch of 47 pounds, 14 ounces.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
16 May 2026
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The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency confirmed this week that a new state record largemouth bass has officially been established after angler Darren Nunley reeled in an absolute monster earlier this year.—
Amber Harding OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
13 May 2026
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As the early morning breeze tickles the top of the Santa Monica Bay, three scientists pack into a small whaler boat and push out to sea in pursuit of great white sharks.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
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Men traveled the seas as whalers and sailors, bringing back knowledge from across continents.—
Reginald David,
Hartford Courant,
7 Apr. 2026
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The excess metal goes into roll off boxes or lugger boxes at the customer's factory.—
Susan Tompor,
Freep.com,
3 July 2025
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One of the luggers offered her the pick of the litter but warned against some old chairs.—
Jake Offenhartz,
New Yorker,
21 Apr. 2025
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Understanding this basic life cycle is important for fly fishermen.—
Dac Collins,
Outdoor Life,
14 May 2026
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He may have been raised in Austin, the grandson of musicians Terry and Jo Harvey Allen, but Calder’s original goal was to simply become a fly fisherman.—
Josh Crutchmer,
Rolling Stone,
4 May 2026
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In this timed challenge, captains skillfully guide workboats into tight spaces with remarkable precision.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Apr. 2026
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However, two workboats were visible, moored alongside the aircraft carrier's bow, suggesting both sides of the bow may have been painted with the hull number.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Nov. 2025
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In it, a former summer resident returns to a coastal hamlet, now sinking under the sea, sparks memories and desires in a fisherwoman and her young grand-daughter.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2026
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Whitman is reportedly an avid fly fisherwoman.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
3 Apr. 2026
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Some shrimpers readily acknowledged the broad uncertainty around Mr. Trump’s tariffs and their impact.—
Emily Cochrane,
New York Times,
7 Apr. 2025
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The Real Deal Even when shrimpers like Nacio innovate to become more efficient, their product can still be undercut by false advertising.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
24 Mar. 2025
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Eco effort The on-site organic farm, close relations with local farmers and fisherfolk, and a total ban on single-use plastics can be expected from a resort of this calibre.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 May 2026
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Renowned for their energetic dance and songs, the Bété clan is a subgroup of the Kruo people of Côte D’Ivoire, who are a community of coastal fisherfolk and farmers; other prominent Bété people include Grammy-winning musician Dobet Gnahore and Chelsea Football Club star Didier Drogba.—
Chinonso Ihekire,
Rolling Stone,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Trawler.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trawler. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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