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wading

  • present participle of wade.

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The 3.6-acre estate features a wading pool and an infinity pool that are connected by a lazy river.

From MarketWatch Jul. 20, 2026

A North American wading bird has been spotted in Jersey for the first time.

From BBC Jul. 2, 2026

The company has been wading through design and quality issues for years, resulting in significant management turnover.

From Barron's Jun. 8, 2026

Like “Babe” and “Homeward Bound” before it, the film treats its younger audience with the respect and maturity they deserve, wading into heavy thematic territory without shying away from the bittersweet realities of death.

From Salon May 25, 2026

It was much safer than wading through the water.

From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein