Before nightfall, we saw many sea turtles swimming near the ship, putting their heads above water to breathe.

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The pursuit helps me keep my head above water, helps me keep the incessant chatter in my brain down to a manageable hum.

Source: https://theroanokestar.com/2023/02/09/johnny-robinson-why-i-run/

The UK managed to avoid a recession in 2022 but there is uncertainty as to whether the economy can stay above water this year as well.

Source: https://www.marketpulse.com/20230310/british-pound-flirts-with-1-20-as-gdp-outperforms-us-nonfarm-payrolls-expected-to-slow/kfisher

They kept their heads above water against the odds, but in 2008/09 it all went wrong, with an early managerial change, more than 50 players used and far too much money gambled on an escape act that never looked close to likely under Martin Allen.

Source: https://www.gloucestershirelive.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/cheltenham-towns-league-one-struggles-8794850

You've got to try and get your head above water, breathe in as long as you can because you know you're going to be pulled under again.

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