It means to fire on the opposing force's ship from directly head-on or directly from the stern. While the target profile is smaller (than a broadside, for example) it is more effective as one cannonball "hit" will do more damage.
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Raking leaves is the proper English phrase to use.
Raking the Ashes was created in 2005.
No the word raking is not a noun. It is the present participle of the verb rake.
maybe you were cleaning a dusty house or raking outside. You inhaled dust or dirt particles.
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Yes, raking leaves is a good example of a physical activity, because your boby is moving.
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if you are not using your hands for raking you will not be able to get the leafs from the ground, so by moving your hands you will be able to collect all the leafs of you grass.
râtisser les feuilles