skiff

Example Sentences

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Hemlock, he explains, is traditionally used for water travel: skiff poles, rudders, oars.

From Seattle Times

The smaller skiffs lining the pier sit unused, with kerosene unobtainable.

From Washington Post

“It’s not that unusual and I don’t know if we’ll see much of anything, but I wouldn’t be surprised to see a skiff of slush on the lawn,” McFarland said.

From Seattle Times

“A perfect sync,” said Janet Mann, a dolphin researcher watching from a small skiff.

From Seattle Times

Sometimes we’ll take a skiff to catch halibut or rockfish, or head up the river for salmon.

From Washington Post