rip current
noun
: a strong usually narrow surface current flowing outward from a shore that results from the return flow of waves and wind-driven water
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Warner died near Cocles, a beach in Limon, Costa Rica, after getting caught by a rip current Sunday afternoon, police said.
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Angeline Jane Bernabe, ABC News, 21 July 2025
If possible, throw the rip current victim something that floats.
—Tresa Baldas, Freep.com, 20 July 2025
The storm carries an elevated risk of flash flooding, life-threatening surf conditions, and hazardous rip currents that could impact millions of residents and visitors celebrating the Independence Day weekend.
—Adeola Adeosun, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 July 2025
Strong rip currents and dangerous surf are also expected.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 5 July 2025
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Angeline Jane Bernabe, ABC News, 21 July 2025
If possible, throw the rip current victim something that floats.
—Tresa Baldas, Freep.com, 20 July 2025
The storm carries an elevated risk of flash flooding, life-threatening surf conditions, and hazardous rip currents that could impact millions of residents and visitors celebrating the Independence Day weekend.
—Adeola Adeosun, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 July 2025
Strong rip currents and dangerous surf are also expected.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 5 July 2025
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“Rip current.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rip%20current. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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