tidal

Example Sentences

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That demographic tidal wave is giving rise to what many analysts call the “silver economy”—and it may be one of the few durable growth engines for consumption in China today.

From Barron's

“It’s like the beginning of a tidal wave,” said Peggy Wheeler, vice president of policy of the California Hospital Association.

From Los Angeles Times

In its effort to protect its members from a tidal wave of sports-event contracts, the AGA’s stance is that prediction-market companies are simply trying to avoid state regulation.

From MarketWatch

Thomas noted that even small tidal forces reveal how rapidly stress can rebuild.

From Science Daily

Its unique design allows it to navigate the challenging tidal conditions of the Kylerhea Narrows between the Scottish mainland and the Isle of Skye.

From BBC