Sailing

How it is used

Sailing clubs discuss wind, courses and boat handling.

Example sentences

1. The sailing lesson paused when the wind dropped.

   Less wind changes the conditions needed for the lesson.

2. Their sailing team studied the course before leaving shore.

   Course preparation happens before the boat sets out.

Common collocations

• sailing club
• sailing course

Related terms

• water sportA sport done in, on, or under water, such as rowing, surfing, sailing, or diving.
• team sportA sport in which players play together as a team against another team, such as football, basketball, volleyball or handball.

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