as posted in the song browser...
There she plies(?) the lonely trail Getting through the breaking winds Drifting slowly from the coast She is lost forever more
probably should be...
There she plies the lonely trail Cutting through the breaking waves Drifting slowly from her course
She is lost forever more
also here is the definition of plies from websters #3 fits the bill...
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( P ) Pronunciation Key (pl
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v. plied, (pl
d) ply·ing, plies (pl
z)
v. tr.
- To use diligently; wield: ply a knitting needle.
- To engage in diligently; practice: plied the carpenter's trade. See Synonyms at handle.
- To traverse or sail over regularly: Trading ships plied the routes between coastal ports.
- To continue offering something to; ensure that (another) is abundantly served: plied their guests with excellent food.
- To assail vigorously.
Thoughts? Brad