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ocean

[oh-shuhn] / ˈoʊ ʃən /


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Flamingoes feed in a lagoon on the thin peninsula—protesters call the demonstrations the flamingo revolution—and sheep graze next to locals swimming in the ocean.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

"Kazuki Takahashi, the creator of Yu-Gi-Oh!, passed away after attempting to rescue someone in the ocean," Suzuki said.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

“There is an increased risk for ocean drowning,” the weather service warned.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Without fail, the miniature version of me would blubber at Sully the polka dot monster reuniting with Boo, and Marlin the clownfish traversing the ocean to find his son.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

“Sure. Exploring the ocean is going to make a person hungry.”

From "Wolfie & Fly" by Cary Fagan




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