seas

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Stormy seas are also expected between Cape Point and Plettenberg Bay.

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  1. noun The continuous body of salt water covering most of the earth's surface, especially this body regarded as a geophysical entity distinct from earth and sky.
  2. noun A tract of water within an ocean.
  3. noun A relatively large body of salt water completely or partially enclosed by land.

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  • In the debate on the Army Estimates of 1901, Dilke said I am one of those who hold that the command of the seas is the defence of this country. —  The Life of the Rt. Hon. Sir Charles W. Dilke, Vol. 2
  • His VMG remains consistent at around 6-8 knots, although he said today that with 30 knot winds off Finisterre the seas were as big and awkward as he could remember, only the second time he could recall not being able to stand up on the foredeck of his Open 60, and having to work on his hands and knees. —  Sail-World.com USA Latest News
  • As we were sailing against the current, the seas were abrupt and fairly breaking. —  Sail-World.com USA Latest News
  • "Freedom of the seas is a top national priority," the White House directive states. —  Daimnation!
  • A world in which Chinese carrier battle groups roam the seas is a less stable, less secure world.
 

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