rudder

Example Sentences

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There’s no doubt that as AI develops it will need an ethical rudder, and the pope’s contributions are worth listening to.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

After nearly six months, the crew finally managed to float the ship back - but the accident had left its rudder damaged, making it unfit to sail.

From BBC • Aug. 18, 2025

As you observe their big goofy head navigate toward the stick you threw in the river, you’ll notice their otter tail serving as their rudder as they swim back to you.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 22, 2025

Mangione’s Twitter/X account is a kaleidoscopic fever dream with no clear ideological rudder.

From Salon • Dec. 17, 2024

The princess ended up in the plaza below with a full head of steam, and she carved down and around the wide paved street, using her kierie as a rudder.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia