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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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“By understanding nature’s cycles and natural rhythms. Māori understood the connection between moon, sun, tides and seasons, the way all animals behave,” says Venner.

From Salon Jul. 26, 2026

Outreach workers with ID lanyards strode through the trash-strewn landscape like lifeguards working against endless tides of fresh emergencies.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 8, 2026

He has tapped into shifting tides in British politics that look set to prevent any single party from getting too big, making politics inherently more unpredictable.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 22, 2026

"We are seeing certain countries holding the process hostage as vulnerable people suffer heat stress, and king tides and storms, drought and famine," he said.

From Barron's Jun. 17, 2026

He tried to get to the good tides along the coast.

From "Cannery Row" by John Steinbeck

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