skipping
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Against intense pressure, teams have opted to play longer passes into their forwards, skipping build-up altogether.
From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026
Diners are skipping fresh produce and chefs are revamping wedding menus to steer clear of leafy greens.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026
In fact, the Glassdoor report noted that remote workers may be feeling increased pressure to log more working hours at home, effectively erasing the time they saved by skipping the commute.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 27, 2026
It allows her to be nimble and decisive, skipping events like the Met Gala, which don't "inspire me or feel aligned with my values", she recently told the New York Times.
From BBC ● Jun. 10, 2026
Lily is skipping next to me while Dad and Aunt Melissa trail behind, toting a cooler between them.
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
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