Example Sentences
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In this painting, a man meant to be Hockney swims underwater to the edge of the pool, his dark hair swaying in the water, his tight white swimsuit blending in with the sun-dappled water.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 12, 2026
But it’s equally easy to sidestep that scene entirely and disappear into the gentler world of farm stands, lake swims and small-town New England.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 20, 2026
Stunning biologists, a lone coyote swims to Alcatraz.
From MarketWatch ● May 6, 2026
"I'm watching what the others are doing because I never go too fast. Pacing is the most important, especially in these long swims," she said.
From BBC ● Apr. 1, 2026
My head swims, but I feel no pain.
From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz
