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Old 28-Apr-2008, 10:57
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Default Re: foaming out
It's unusual but nonetheless descriptive.

I take it to mean that the sea (or waves) are expressing their shame through their foam.

A kettle could steam out its indignation

A tap could gush out its feeling of power etc etc
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