We could see a shoal of fish swimming near the coral reef.
shoal water
Frequency:
70
%
The boat got stuck in the shoal water near the shore.
shoal of dolphins
Frequency:
60
%
We were lucky to witness a shoal of dolphins playing in the ocean.
shoal of boats
Frequency:
45
%
A shoal of boats gathered at the harbor for the regatta.
Idiomatic Expressions for shoal
Phrase: shoal waters
Meaning: shallow waters where the depth of water is not great
Usage: Be careful when sailing in shoal waters to avoid running aground.