keel

Example Sentences

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After decades of "boom and bust", cross-border retail in Newry and Dundalk is on "an even keel", according to business leaders in the area.

From BBC • Dec. 21, 2025

It takes off and lands on its curved keel.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 17, 2025

It’s the humidity, which has spiked to over 80%, that has them feeling ready to keel over between sets.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 10, 2025

“I feel fine; I’ll probably keel over after I hang up the phone,” he joked.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 10, 2025

Robert was out there under the shed, reclining in the shade against the sloping keel of the overturned boat He was reading from a book.

From "The Awakening" by Kate Chopin