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Recent Examples of surfing
And so Africans used surfing to understand how to ride waves ashore in these surf canoes.
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Outside Online, 27 Aug. 2025
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Outside Online, 27 Aug. 2025
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The drones automatically adapt scanning parameters based on environmental conditions while stabilizing flight to counter strong airflow inside freezer aisles.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Feb. 2026
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Once active, nearby cameras begin scanning automatically.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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Shake off any jet lag from your travels with a massage and red light therapy from Monarch Ketchum before simultaneously shopping for vintage pieces and getting caffeinated at Maude’s—or spend a few hours browsing the exhibitions at the Sun Valley Museum of Art.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Feb. 2026
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The Lyst Index is based on Lyst’s analysis of the online shopping behavior of more than 160 million shoppers a year searching, browsing and buying fashion across brands and stores online.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
4 Feb. 2026
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Art aficionados can spend hours perusing countless galleries, while foodies can feast on incredibly fresh local cuisine.—
Meghan Palmer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Feb. 2026
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After perusing the museum, walk across the street for a visit to Snoopy’s Home Ice, aka the Redwood Empire Ice Arena.—
Cu Fleshman,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Feb. 2026
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In addition to the engines, the propulsion system also includes generators and a battery pack that enable the owner to choose the most efficient cruising mode for the situation.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
11 Feb. 2026
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This Year From ultra-luxury ships to family-friendly lines, there's never been more options for cruising Alaska.—
Jessica Puckett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Surfing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/surfing. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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