Past tense for to begin a voyage, especially on water
“We must lodge and feed, for tomorrow we sail to unknown parts.”
Past tense for to travel in a ship, boat, or other watercraft
“After the night dive, the crew would sail to the leeward side of a local island to anchor for the night.”
Past tense for to navigate or control (a boat or ship)
“About thirty members of the crew stayed on board to help the Captain sail the ship to St. John's, Newfoundland, the nearest harbor.”
Past tense for to proceed smoothly or in a stately or confident manner, literally or figuratively
“Barring any last-minute surprises, the trio should sail smoothly through the process.”
Past tense for to move rapidly in a given direction
“He banked hard to the right and saw a spray of silver bullets sail past, just missing his propeller.”
Past tense for to fly or ascend into the air
“The two guards on Lodan's shoulder watched the ball sail over their heads and turned to Wilt as he caught it and charged for the goal.”
Past tense for to move along on the surface of a liquid or in the air
“The gloom would fade to darkness, and perhaps the moon would sail slowly above us.”
Past tense for to travel, usually with some measurable distance
Past tense for to travel to numerous islands in a short period of time
Past tense for to move or glide through the air
Past tense for to move or traverse over
Past tense for to move through the water in a boat using oars or paddles
Past tense for to oust, dismiss, or dispatch someone or something to another destination or location
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