dribble
verb (used without object)
to fall or flow in drops or small quantities; trickle.
dribbled
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past participleof dribble.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof dribble.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
dribbleverb (used without object)to fall or flow in drops or small quantities; trickle.
Example Sentences
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While just two players have dribbled past their opponent more than Lionel Messi at this World Cup, his team-mates have rarely attempted to do the same.
From BBC ● Jul. 13, 2026
After taking a feed from Weston McKennie at the top of the box, Balogun dribbled around a defender as he entered the penalty area, then buried a left-footed shot into the back of the net.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 2, 2026
On the field, Maradona dazzled fans as he dribbled around defenders like no else could.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 16, 2026
Leverkusen were not happy with the penalty award as Malik Tillman's torso seemed to make contact with Madueke's foot as he dribbled into the box.
From BBC ● Mar. 11, 2026
Funds dribbled in, but social workers no longer came to check on the children; health workers and building inspectors no longer came to inspect the building.
From "Ruby Holler" by Sharon Creech
