propeller wash
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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During the protest one kayak was capsized by propeller wash when Coco accelerated without warning, Greenpeace claims.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 26, 2023
It is thin enough that the icebreaker’s propeller wash creates enough open water to launch the submersibles.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 19, 2022
“The crowd, punished by the propeller wash and roaring engines, went wild with applause and cheers.”
From Washington Times • Apr. 15, 2017
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