frisk
verb (used without object)
to dance, leap, skip, or gambol; frolic.
frisking
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present participleof frisk.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Nervous students were met with biometric identification checks, metal detectors, armoured patrols and frisking at exam centres on Sunday morning.
From BBC ● Jun. 21, 2026
The match has been designated a "high-risk" clash, with police enforcing special rules such as preventative frisking.
From Barron's ● Oct. 21, 2025
The TV audience’s response to the bit — which carried on into frisking presenters Josh Brolin and Jason Momoa per the Academy’s “protocol” — was mixed on Twitter.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 27, 2022
After a brief verbal frisking — it was weird to have a reporter drop in — the group was friendly and happy to answer questions.
From New York Times ● Aug. 5, 2021
He was too busy frisking a pile of seaweed.
From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen
