riptide

noun

rip·​tide ˈrip-ˌtīd How to pronounce riptide (audio)

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Forecasters said the storm could cause dangerous surf and riptides across the whole Gulf region in the coming days, after causing havoc in Cuba where millions are still without power. Patrick Smith, NBC News, 8 Nov. 2024 The impact of Hurricane Beryl started Sunday afternoon along the Texas coast, with heavy rainfall, storm surge and swells with life-threatening riptides. Robbie Farias, Austin American-Statesman, 7 July 2024 Stories of acute distress run through these feral tracks, which drag you into Soul Glo’s bleak world like riptides. Pitchfork, 1 Oct. 2024 The project addressed erosion and riptide concerns at the beach and lowered the depth of the water. David Clarey, Journal Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for riptide 

Word History

First Known Use

1862, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of riptide was in 1862

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“Riptide.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/riptide. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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