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jetties
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Strong longshore currents can sweep swimmers and surfers into rip currents, piers, jetties and other hazardous areas.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
19 Apr. 2026 -
Beachgoers may not climb on the rocks, jetties or lifeguard stands along the beach, and all litter must be contained and removed from the beach.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Breakwaters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breakwaters. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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