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as in healthy
enjoying health and vigor
a bouncing new baby in the family
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2
as in lively
having much high-spirited energy and movement
a bouncing dance routine that should be good for an aerobics class
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as in chasing
to drive or force out
the bar doesn't hesitate to bounce customers for getting rowdy
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2
as in rebounding
to strike and fly off at an angle
most of my shots bounce off the rim of the basket
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as in removing
to let go from office, service, or employment
I'll bounce you if I catch you talking that way again
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as in suggesting
to set before the mind for consideration
we bounced several script suggestions off the producers, but they weren't interested in any of them
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as in hopping
to move with a light springing step
the girl bounced excitedly alongside her parents as they hurried toward the entrance to the amusement park
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Recent Examples of bouncing
Andrew R. Chow, Time, 22 Nov. 2022
But all of that is inflected through another sensibility, one that was emerging, or reëmerging, in the mid-nineties: an almost folky softness; bouncing, hummable melodies; raw beauty for its own sake.
—Craig Morgan Teicher, The New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2022
My bush was big and bouncing, transcendent and absolutely outasight, baby.
—Michaela Angela Davis, The Atlantic, 5 Mar. 2022
There is no guarantee that 2022 will see a bouncing, high-figure transfer market.
—Henry Flynn, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2021
To the untrained eye, what looked like a regulation NBA basketball went bouncing, loose and unclaimed, across the AT&T Center paint late in the fourth quarter Friday.
—Jeff McDonald, San Antonio Express-News, 27 Nov. 2021
If macaroni ’n’ cheese and guac had a bouncing, beautiful baby, this would be it.
—Serena Coady, Glamour, 19 Oct. 2021
Andre Mouchard, Oc Register, 15 Feb. 2026
Each story unfolds at a rapid pace, bouncing between provocative shots of eccentric people and cramming two distinct sets of warring neighbors into each half-hour episode.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 13 Feb. 2026
After bouncing from team to team for years, Houser parlayed last season into the largest contract of his career.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026
The latter is one of the most covered songs of the 20th century, but that bouncing chorus of drums, along with Falco’s marblemouthed croon, utterly transforms the melody.
—Stephen M. Deusner, Pitchfork, 8 Feb. 2026
Enough to leave him drenched in sweat, not from tackles or touchdowns, but from bouncing between balloon fights, RC car races, and Madden.
—Devon Henderson, New York Times, 7 Feb. 2026
The Obamas appear toward the end of the video with their heads superimposed on the bodies of apes with their mouths open and their heads bouncing to the song.
—Ryan Mancini, The Hill, 7 Feb. 2026
The suit alleges the couple’s son was left alone in a bouncing chair and injured by an older child while no caregiver intervened.
—Maria Salette Ontiveros, Dallas Morning News, 24 Jan. 2026
Garrett is a fun and lively boy with a big personality who loves bouncing on the trampoline and playing outdoors.
—CBS News, 21 Jan. 2026
Adjective
The track, which also prominently features Anuel AA and Ñengo Flow, is filled with racy and at times ludicrous double entendres which create an intoxicating romp, driven in turn by a bouncing and infectious rhythm.
—Andrew R. Chow, Time, 22 Nov. 2022
But all of that is inflected through another sensibility, one that was emerging, or reëmerging, in the mid-nineties: an almost folky softness; bouncing, hummable melodies; raw beauty for its own sake.
—Craig Morgan Teicher, The New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2022
My bush was big and bouncing, transcendent and absolutely outasight, baby.
—Michaela Angela Davis, The Atlantic, 5 Mar. 2022
There is no guarantee that 2022 will see a bouncing, high-figure transfer market.
—Henry Flynn, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2021
To the untrained eye, what looked like a regulation NBA basketball went bouncing, loose and unclaimed, across the AT&T Center paint late in the fourth quarter Friday.
—Jeff McDonald, San Antonio Express-News, 27 Nov. 2021
If macaroni ’n’ cheese and guac had a bouncing, beautiful baby, this would be it.
—Serena Coady, Glamour, 19 Oct. 2021
Verb
But Mafi kept bouncing, educationally, well into adulthood.
—Andre Mouchard, Oc Register, 15 Feb. 2026
Each story unfolds at a rapid pace, bouncing between provocative shots of eccentric people and cramming two distinct sets of warring neighbors into each half-hour episode.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 13 Feb. 2026
After bouncing from team to team for years, Houser parlayed last season into the largest contract of his career.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026
The latter is one of the most covered songs of the 20th century, but that bouncing chorus of drums, along with Falco’s marblemouthed croon, utterly transforms the melody.
—Stephen M. Deusner, Pitchfork, 8 Feb. 2026
Enough to leave him drenched in sweat, not from tackles or touchdowns, but from bouncing between balloon fights, RC car races, and Madden.
—Devon Henderson, New York Times, 7 Feb. 2026
The Obamas appear toward the end of the video with their heads superimposed on the bodies of apes with their mouths open and their heads bouncing to the song.
—Ryan Mancini, The Hill, 7 Feb. 2026
The suit alleges the couple’s son was left alone in a bouncing chair and injured by an older child while no caregiver intervened.
—Maria Salette Ontiveros, Dallas Morning News, 24 Jan. 2026
Garrett is a fun and lively boy with a big personality who loves bouncing on the trampoline and playing outdoors.
—CBS News, 21 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bouncing
Adjective
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If a healthy player sits, the millionaires are fine and the fans get screwed.—
Nick Canepa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Feb. 2026
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The playroom, a lively communal hub called The Hangout, is a dream come true, stocked with both ice-cream treats and healthy snacks (because balance), while practical touches like a dedicated laundry room show that the hotel really gets what families need when traveling.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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Foot traffic at restaurants, shops and mosques sharply declined, turning once-lively economic and social hubs into ghost towns, and threatening to cripple the livelihood of an entire community.—
Yahya Salem,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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The lively City Hall gala was Boston’s third official celebration since the city formally recognized the day as a holiday in 2023, and attendees marked the occasion with a range of artistic showcases and performances.—
Grace Zokovitch,
Boston Herald,
16 Feb. 2026
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The Americans — Tabitha and Tara Peterson, Cory Thiesse and Taylor Anderson-Heide — were chasing the rest of the match, never able to cobble together more than one point with their hammer.—
John Shipley,
Twin Cities,
16 Feb. 2026
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While the trend concerns mostly dramas, American actors are also chasing lighter material from Europe.—
Ellise Shafer,
Variety,
16 Feb. 2026
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Meanwhile, Duke won the rebounding battle 41-28 as Michigan settled for too many one-and-done perimeter shots, going 6 of 25 from 3-point range.—
Ben Nuckols,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Feb. 2026
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Virginia is one of the best offensive rebounding teams in the nation, and Miami limited the Cavaliers to four offensive rebounds.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
22 Feb. 2026
Verb
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As the reservoirs of the Republican and Democratic voters evaporate, independents are becoming a stream of optimism for removing the wasteful and destructive policy of the two-party war that is pushing us further apart.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
21 Feb. 2026
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How to get rid of fruit flies To quickly eliminate fruit flies, start by thoroughly cleaning your kitchen and removing overripe or rotting fruits and vegetables.—
Tiffany Acosta,
AZCentral.com,
21 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Recent polling data indicates Republican candidates have gained competitive ground, with conservative commentator Steve Hilton leading the field at 17% support, followed by Democrat Eric Swalwell and Republican Chad Bianco tied at 14%, suggesting the race structure favors neither party decisively.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Feb. 2026
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Consider reaching out to a neighbor or colleague and suggesting a get-together — something fun for everyone.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
22 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The salon’s weekly Moonlight series brings together Hong Kong’s creative crowd for drinks, conversation, and genre-hopping DJ performances.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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The whole family will find merriment in hopping aboard the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway, a four-hour, 26-mile, round-trip journey that begins and ends at the historic depot in Blue Ridge.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Last week, Spurs beat Borussia Dortmund 2-0 at home and all was well with the world.—
Jack Pitt-Brooke,
New York Times,
30 Jan. 2026
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Oliver says often that the shoot was a really well execution of the script.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Bouncing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bouncing. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
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