Light sails unfurled silently, relying on streams of photons to push the probe toward its distant target.

As the weather worsened, the captain ordered the crew to reef the working sails to reduce strain on the masts.

The captain ordered the crew to reef the after-sails before the storm hit.

When the weather turned ugly, they quickly hoisted the storm sails and turned the bow into the wind.

The captain admired the scudding sails as the ship raced toward the horizon.

Coastal fishermen set out at dawn with their drift sails, hoping the currents would bring a bountiful catch.

The old schooner still carried two small riding sails to steady the ship in calm weather.

During re-entry tests, engineers deployed the drag sails to slow the satellite's descent.

The old schooner trotted along smoothly with her gaff sails drawing in the steady breeze.

At dawn, a fleet of colorful balloon sails glided over the harbor, casting playful shadows on the water.