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sailing (noun)

Sailing refers to the activity of traveling on water in a boat or ship powered by wind acting on sails. It can also refer to the sport or hobby of operating a sailboat.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of the 'S' in Sailing as the shape of a Sail catching the wind. Sailing is the act of using that Sail.

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

I like to sailing. → I like sailing.

We went sailing on a motorboat. → We went boating on a motorboat.

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