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CEFR B1 — Intermediate

Paddle

Definition

(noun) A flat piece of wood, plastic, or other material used for moving a boat or canoe through water, or for hitting a ball in sports like table tennis or squash; (verb) To move a boat or canoe through water using such a flat piece of material.

Example Sentences

1She grabbed a paddle and began to steer the canoe across the lake.
2Do you need to paddle hard to keep the kayak moving in calm water?
3The table tennis player expertly used her paddle to hit a winning shot.
4Try not to paddle too fast, or you might get tired quickly.
5The instructor showed us how to hold the paddle correctly for a stable stroke.

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