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swimming

[swim-ing] / ˈswɪm ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
existing in liquid
Synonyms
STRONG
floating
WEAK
natant natatorial natatory
NOUN
water sport
Synonyms
STRONG
aquatics floating natation
NOUN
traversing water
Synonyms
STRONG
bathing floating natation
WEAK
supernatation transnatation

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By comparison, the Swimming Pigs Express package the cruise line offered was $154 for adults.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 11, 2026

Councillor Jon Hubbard said: "Swimming is an absolute key skill, whether you live by the sea or in a landlocked county. I'm thrilled we can continue this offer."

From BBC • Jan. 21, 2026

Enhanced responded in August by filing an $800 million lawsuit in New York’s Southern District against World Aquatics, USA Swimming, and WADA, alleging antitrust violations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 25, 2025

Swimming in the penultimate heat of the timed final he clocked 3:38.25, which held up for third place in a race won by American Carson Foster in 3:37.80.

From Barron's • Oct. 11, 2025

But none of the times were recognized by the International Swimming Federation because the pool was six metres too long.

From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel

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