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tides

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  1. The periodic rise and fall of the ocean level owing to the gravitational force exerted by the moon and sun.


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In most parts of the world, two tide cycles occur each day.

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Turning Tides thanked the artist, saying the challenge, which took him from Worthing to Hove Lagoon leisure complex and back, had been his most difficult yet.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Despite the dangers associated with king tides, people can view this phenomenon safely — if they take a few precautions — from various locations throughout the coast as part of the California King Tides Project.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 3, 2025

Prosecuting A15 or Tides would be unconventional for federal prosecutors, but not necessarily unjustifiable under existing law.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 22, 2025

The Tides are 7-3 and have already scored 102 runs for an average of 10.2 per game.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 9, 2024

The island was less than a mile wide, a barren patch of sand and rock distinguished only by the wrecked foundation of an old tower used by the Council of Tides.

From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo

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