jogging
Britishnoun
Explanation
Jogging is an activity that involves running at a steady, easy pace. Looking for an exercise you can do without leaving your neighborhood? Try jogging! Before it meant "running gently," jogging was defined as "shaking up and down." Since the late 1940s, people have used this word to describe an exercise routine that requires nothing more than a good pair of athletic shoes. If your goal is to run a marathon one day, you might start off slowly, with jogging!
Example Sentences
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Elon Musk loves to show off his Optimus prototype, recently filmed jogging in short strides.
From Barron's ● Jun. 18, 2026
Aerobic activities included brisk walking, running, jogging, swimming, cycling, tennis, squash, strenuous outdoor work, and stair climbing.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 12, 2026
His training was jogging on a treadmill for two miles and maybe getting eight to 10 miles a week.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 27, 2026
The sight of so many Newcastle players jogging back as goalscorer Adrien Truffert drifted into the box undetected in the 85th minute summed up the listlessness that has gripped them.
From BBC ● Apr. 25, 2026
An older witch, maybe sixteen or so, was jogging toward them with a huge smile on her face.
From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega
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