cold-water
Americanadjective
Example Sentences
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Cold-water swimming groups are growing in popularity, with early-morning dips now a familiar sight at beaches, lakes and rivers.
From BBC
Dr Massey, who has swum the channel and competed in the world ice-swimming championships, goes cold-water swimming once a week but only spends a couple of minutes in the water.
From BBC
Cold-water swimming is usually done outdoors and with others.
From BBC
They are ready to remake the world from their cold-water garret.
From Los Angeles Times
The agency has a long list of recommendations, including flushing out any stagnant water by running outside plumbing; running all indoor cold-water faucets for five minutes or until the water is clear and the temperature is constant; and draining hot water tanks to remove sediment and then running hot water faucets.
From Los Angeles Times
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