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popping

  • present participle
    of pop.
    pop
    verb (used without object)
    to make a short, quick, explosive sound.

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Now, as many department stores struggle to keep locations open, and as suburbs have grown wealthier, trunk shows are popping up in new places and taking new forms.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026

Oracle shares were popping 12% in late-afternoon trading Wednesday following the new forecast, which was made in conjunction with the company’s investor day.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 28, 2026

Though he’s always been a great actor, popping up here and there to elevate material, Hartnett has found an artistic sweet spot, using his effervescent charm and boy-next-door-all-grown-up good looks to subvert expectations.

From Salon ● Oct. 9, 2026

AI models are popping up more and more across social media and advertising, but how might this affect body image?

From BBC ● Oct. 3, 2026

"Best I can," she replied, popping the silver tweeter in her mouth and stepping back off the curb.

From "Look Both Ways" by Jason Reynolds