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The periodic variation in the surface level of the oceans and of bays, gulfs, inlets, and estuaries, caused by gravitational attraction of the moon and sun.
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A specific occurrence of such a variation: awaiting the next high tide.
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Flood tide.
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Tidal force.
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Something that fluctuates like the waters of the tide: a rising tide of discontent. See Synonyms at flow.
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