squib
noun
a short and witty or sarcastic saying or writing.
squibbing
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present participleof squib.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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But in the aftermath, many questioned why Buffalo sent its kickoff into the end zone rather than squibbing it to force a return and take critical seconds off the clock.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 22, 2026
After the Sun Devils nearly broke another return, USC opted to go with its other kicking option, Michael Brown, who resolved to simply squibbing kickoffs.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 9, 2019
Earlier this week, special teams coach John Baxter noted that USC struggled with squibbing kicks and thus would avoid that strategy.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 9, 2019
The brawny Fielder had the only hit between them in the ninth, squibbing an infield single up the middle.
From Washington Post ● Oct. 5, 2011
While some of the soldiers were endeavoring to clear their muskets, and squibbing off priming, Sullivan despatched an officer to apprise the commander-in-chief of the condition of their arms.
From The Student's Life of Washington; Condensed from the Larger Work of Washington Irving For Young Persons and for the Use of Schools by Washington Irving
