swimmer
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Back-to-back shark attacks in the Florida Panhandle have left at least one swimmer in critical condition this month.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 20, 2026
Even if you are a strong swimmer, make sure you are in good physical condition, too, says Dave Oakley-Jenner, who carries out water rescues with North Cumbria Search and Rescue.
From BBC • Jun. 20, 2026
She loved sport and spent much of her childhood playing football and competing as a swimmer.
From BBC • Jun. 15, 2026
A man representing Schlesinger, dressed in white slacks, polished loafers and a dark pinkish-red blazer stands at the edge of the pool, near its shadowy edges, staring down at the swimmer.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026
The thing is, she was an outstanding swimmer.
From "The Thing About Jellyfish" by Ali Benjamin
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