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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

riptides

/ˈrɪptaɪdz/ noun · British & US
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What does riptides mean?

noun

A strong, swift current of water, often moving in a narrow channel, that flows rapidly out to sea, especially one caused by a storm or a change in the tide.

Example

"The surfer struggled to stay afloat in the powerful riptides that were pulling him out to sea."

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