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skipping

British  
/ ˈskɪpɪŋ /

noun

  1. the act of jumping over a rope that is held and swung either by the person jumping or by two other people, as a game or for exercise

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The package also includes comfortable box seating and light snacks like popcorn and macarons, plus the welcome perk of skipping the long entry lines.

From Salon

He was so surprised that he dropped, ducked, for part of an instant, then rose—almost like a rock skipping on the trail—and continued running.

From Literature

My stomach gave an angry snarl to remind me that skipping lunch to study for this recap had been a big fat waste.

From Literature

If you do choose to enjoy one, skipping the wide straw and sipping directly from the cup may reduce choking risk and give you more control while drinking.

From Science Daily

Despite skipping several tournaments this season, O'Sullivan - who won his most recent world title in 2022 - is currently 11th in the rankings.

From BBC

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