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Specifically, some dolphins will beach themselves, getting stranded on sand in a way that often results in death.

From Salon • Dec. 20, 2022

“LCI will beach here,” he scribbled on one spot, referring to the Landing Craft Infantry vessel that was to land him and others, not far from where the Normandy American Cemetery is today.

From Washington Post • Jul. 5, 2022

Unable to do so, a bird will beach itself in an attempt to stay warm.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 14, 2021

It will beach itself presently, on a mud flat, and can be recovered towards evening.

From Civilization Tales of the Orient by La Motte, Ellen Newbold