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skipping

British  
/ ˈskɪpɪŋ /

noun

  1. the act of jumping over a rope that is held and swung either by the person jumping or by two other people, as a game or for exercise

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Melania is skipping the traditional TV talk show circuit, opting for an appearance on Fox News, which featured an exclusive interview with her on Tuesday — her first since returning to the White House.

From Los Angeles Times

Singh appeared uncomfortable with the fame that followed and shunned media attention, often skipping award ceremonies.

From BBC

Then she heads for our tiny kitchen, skipping in her lopsided way.

From Literature

Door declined skipping lunch the next day to help Coal research in the library, so Coal went alone.

From Literature

The Actor Awards ignored Erivo altogether, also skipping “Wicked: For Good” for the cast award that its forerunner was nominated for last year.

From Los Angeles Times

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