treading
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He spent two years operating the dozer in the landfill, where treading uneven ground can be physically punishing work.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 19, 2026
Paddleboarders and lifeguards could be seen around the man but did not approach him while he was treading water.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 16, 2026
The S&P 500 has been treading water for more than a month now, but beneath the surface of the U.S. equity market, big changes are taking shape.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 16, 2026
The American collegiate system is a popular route for British players, with Cameron Norrie and Jacob Fearnley also treading that path.
From BBC ● Jul. 2, 2026
Everyone spoke in hushed tones, treading quietly over the decks.
From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo
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