sail
Third Person
sails
Present Participle
sailing
Past Tense
sailed
Past Participle
sailed
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to travel on water using the power of wind or an engine
- The sailboat gracefully sailed across the open sea, propelled by the ocean breeze.
- The luxury cruise liner sailed along the coastline, offering passengers breathtaking views of the sunset.
- In favorable conditions, the small dinghy sailed effortlessly across the serene lake.
- The historic tall ship, fully restored, sailed proudly into the harbor, capturing the essence of maritime history.
- They decided to sail across the lake on a bright summer afternoon.
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to move smoothly and gracefully with sweeping or gliding motions
- The graceful figure skater seemed to sail across the ice.
- The kite soared high in the air, catching the breeze and sailing above the heads of onlookers.
- The paper airplane was expertly folded, allowing it to catch the air currents and sail across the room.
- The ballet dancer leaped and twirled, appearing to sail through the air with incredible lightness and grace.
Synonyms:
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to direct or manage the motion of a vessel or vehicle, typically propelled by wind or water
transitive
- The captain skillfully sailed the ship through treacherous waters.
- The experienced helmsman sailed the yacht with precision.
- The pilot expertly sailed the hot air balloon, controlling the altitude and direction using the burner.
- She confidently sailed her kayak down the river.
- The coach taught the team how to sail the small sailboat.
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to traverse a body of water using a sail-powered vessel
transitive
- They sailed the vast ocean, embarking on a journey to explore distant lands and discover new horizons.
- The adventurers sailed the river, navigating its twists and turns.
- We decided to sail the lake on a sunny afternoon, enjoying the tranquility and scenic beauty.
- The fishermen sailed the bay, seeking the best fishing spots and casting their nets or lines.