tide

/tˈa‍ɪd/

/ˈtaɪd/

Tide

marée

the rise and fall of the sea level, which happens regularly, as a result of the attraction of the sun and moon

vague

the way that the opinions of the majority of people are changing or developing

Exemples

1. The votes in the swing state may turn the tide in this election.

2. The victory turned the tide of the war in North Africa.

3. Certain species of dinoflagellates can create red tides, affecting marine life.

4. Wow, they really turned the tide on their opponents by scoring 20 unanswered points!