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The term used when the boat almost wallows through the water rather like a dolphin (or porpoise) 'hops' in the water. This is normally a result of improper trim settings, poor weight distribution or bad design.
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Leaping out of the water while speeding forward.
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leaping clear of the water when surfacing to breathe, while at the same time moving forward at speed.
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Leaping out of the water while swimming quickly, typically exhibited by some species of smaller cetaceans.
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Leaping out of the water whilst moving forward at speed.
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The act of leaping out of the water while moving forward at high speed.
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The behavior of leaping clear out of the water by some cetaceans, pinnipeds, and penguins, while swimming rapidly. This helps them to breath easier in full speed.
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