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paragliding

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Definition of paragliding

as in gliding

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Recent Examples of paragliding In 2018, Alfonso Cahero died for three minutes following a paragliding accident. — Alfonso Cahero, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026 The Levi ski resort is one of many winter season hotspots across Europe that has diversified, offering snow-free ventures like paragliding, hiking, river rafting and mountain biking. — Mustafa Qadri, CNN Money, 2 June 2026 Guests enjoy priority access to Golf du Mont d’Arbois, while other activities include hiking, overnight treks, canyoning, mountain biking, exploring the nearby medieval village, helicopter tours or paragliding. — Ramona Saviss, HollywoodReporter, 24 Mar. 2026 For a hint of adventure, opportunities for scuba diving, paragliding, hiking, and sailing provide the ideal dose of adrenaline. — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 23 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for paragliding

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Visitors especially enjoy paragliding and hang-gliding in the area, as well as canoeing and hiking all around the Valley.

— Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 28 July 2026
And in 2022, Ristroph studied the surpassingly complex aerodynamics of what makes a good paper airplane—specifically what is needed for smooth gliding.

— Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 13 July 2026

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In order begin training to BASE jump, courses typically require that participants have significant skydiving experience, according to Base Access, a nonprofit organization focused on education around the sport.

— Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 28 Sep. 2026
Prince Harry’s first phone call after skydiving was obviously to his wife, Meghan Markle.

— Hannah Malach, InStyle, 26 Sep. 2026

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The sharp drop in tech shares came as worries about ballooning debt, high interest rates and rising oil prices all resurfaced.

— Steve Kopack, NBC news, 16 Oct. 2026
Not surprisingly, the ballooning price of oil was the driving force behind the inflationary bump as the war in Iran rages on and energy exports remain tied up in the Strait of Hormuz.

— Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2026

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