skateboarding
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of skateboarding
First recorded in 1960–65; skateboard + -ing 1
Example Sentences
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"Skateboarding is inclusive in a deep way," he said.
From BBC • Sep. 21, 2025
Skateboarding, while it doesn’t seem conventionally sporty, is a great full-body workout.
From The Wall Street Journal • Aug. 21, 2025
Skateboarding and surfing hit it big in their first try at the Tokyo Games three years ago, securing a place — at least for now — on the roster.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 9, 2024
There were some difficult years when his parents divorced but when a pro tour called Street League Skateboarding debuted in 2010, a 15-year-old Huston won the inaugural season championship.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 25, 2024
Skateboarding is a tough sport and requires tenacity to get better; it also teaches humility and how to face your fears, she says.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 7, 2024
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