capsize
Example Sentences
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During this period, there is an increased risk of drowning, as waves can wash people off beaches and capsize small boats.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 13, 2026
But survivors then told the BBC that coastguards had caused the migrant boat to capsize following a botched attempt to tow it.
From BBC • Feb. 4, 2026
“The supply shocks from either would already rock the boat; both together would capsize global markets like a perfect storm,” said Raj.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 12, 2026
In the high north, they pose an additional threat: Sea spray carried at high wind speeds can freeze upon contact with a ship and, if allowed to build up, capsize it.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 30, 2025
The desk tipped to the side like a boat about to capsize, and a pile of books and papers tumbled to the floor.
From "Tiger Boy" by Mitali Perkins
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