saunter
verb (used without object)
to walk with a leisurely gait; stroll.
sauntering
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present participleof saunter.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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Sure, no one is stopping anyone from sauntering into their local grocery store dressed to the nines in faux fur and pumps.
From Salon ● Nov. 9, 2025
He was sauntering ahead of a burly woman who appeared more familial than sexual.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 5, 2024
She let out a grunt and charged, running right up to Bruiser, who was sauntering by.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 7, 2023
From sauntering the sidelines in Balenciaga sweaters and fresh-out-of-the-box Jordans to embracing a fast brand of basketball, the shift has been undeniable.
From Washington Post ● Nov. 10, 2022
Now she is disturbing me, making me doubt my own self just looking at her sauntering through the sunshafts like that.
From "Jazz" by Toni Morrison
