verb past tense (3rd person singular present tense: sterns; past tense: sterned; past participle: sterned) as in strong fondness

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paddled, guided

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Example:Instead of sterning, the adventurers paddled the canoe to navigate the rough waters.

Definition:To move a boat using a paddle; to propel a boat by moving a paddle in the water, usually from side to side.

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Example:Using the rudder, they guided the ship, not needing to stern or steer by mending the tiller in the vessel's stern.

Definition:To direct the course or movement of, especially by leading or steering.

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