bouncing
Americanadjective
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stout, strong, or vigorous.
a bouncing baby boy.
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exaggerated; big; hearty; noisy.
adjective
Other Word Forms
- bouncingly adverb
Etymology
Origin of bouncing
Example Sentences
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If the ball goes across the line instead over bouncing along it, then it is Arsenal who are ahead.
From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026
A game of energetic ping-pong unfolded underneath the gallery’s fluorescent light, beams of identification, recollections or stabs of grief bouncing off each piece in the exhibition.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
Memory maker Micron’s stock was down 32% from its March peak before bouncing back.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026
“We speak with resorts from all over North America. At any given time, some are considering, even bouncing the idea around.”
From Slate • Apr. 11, 2026
I take my place behind a little stand near the train tracks, where they used to sell ice cream, while Helena starts bouncing the ball Mr. Szymczak has put air in.
From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron
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