Definitions

tide

[tahyd] / taɪd /

NOUN

flow, current

Synonyms

STRONGEST

flood spate stream tendency torrent trend undercurrent wave

STRONG

course direction drag drift ebb eddy flux movement race run rush sluice undertow vortex whirlpool

Example Sentences

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Lihou is a small island off the west coast of Guernsey, which is only accessible at low tide and is run by a charity.

From BBC

A paved path, exposed at low water, allows easy access but this is covered at high tide.

From BBC

What is it like for you as a person in the middle of that tide, just trying to navigate that for yourself?

From Los Angeles Times

Part of the program’s aim is to stem a rising tide of traffic deaths and injuries across the state.

From Los Angeles Times

"The tide is turning and people's opinions are changing," she added.

From BBC