Example Sentences

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Puka Nacua was bouncing and gesturing and shouting that word during the on-field postgame interview.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 19, 2026

Tesla stock was bouncing back one day after slumping despite record deliveries.

From Barron's • Oct. 3, 2025

The American might have only played for 20 minutes of Bristol Bears' eventual defeat to rivals Gloucester-Hartpury on her debut for the home club, but her influence was bouncing around the stadium.

From BBC • Jan. 5, 2025

I was bouncing, making a little bit of money.

From Slate • Mar. 9, 2024

His knee was bouncing around like his feet were doing a little dance.

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen