Place this clip at the start of a slower section or between faster scenes to give an edit breathing room, then follow it with a soft laugh or a reaction sound once the mood is set. Keep it under narration or captions rather than competing with a busy sequence, and use it again later only after a change of scene.
About this sound
This short clip captures ocean waves rolling in and breaking on a shore, followed by water hissing as it pulls back over sand. It feels peaceful and unhurried, like standing by the sea with nothing to rush toward. The steady rise and fall makes a noisy room feel softer and gives a listener room to breathe.