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dashing

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verb

present participle of dash
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as in slopping
to cause (something liquid or mushy) to move along in sheets a sudden jolt dashed the hot coffee onto the driver's lap

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Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of dashing
Adjective
LAWs are not the dashing and glamorous surface combatants from the Navy’s stockpile of great sea stories. Craig Hooper, Forbes, 6 Feb. 2023 With Ariya, Nissan seems determined to erase memories of Leaf with its more dashing Ariya sibling. cleveland, 4 Feb. 2023 Over the years, her co-stars also included Europe’s most dashing male stars of the era, among them Louis Jourdan, Fernando Rey, Jean-Paul Belmondo, Jean-Louis Trintignant and Alec Guinness. Dallas News, 17 Jan. 2023 However, the cracks start to show in their relationship when Josh's ex Chloe (Anna Faris) turns up, and Nat meets a dashing man at work. Amy MacKelden, ELLE, 1 Jan. 2023 See All Example Sentences for dashing
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dashing
Adjective
  • The park is now a stop for the more adventurous sightseers, or researchers cataloging the species that call the island home.
    Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 12 May 2025
  • Sometimes gratitude came easily, such as when Deb helped their kids, who were picky eaters, become more adventurous.
    Rhaina Cohen, The Atlantic, 11 May 2025
Verb
  • On sunny days, the reflection of that splashing water can be seen from a long distance.
    Alex Robinson, Outdoor Life, 19 Dec. 2024
  • The man climbed in but slipped on the step, sending the coffee splashing across the seat.
    Greg Borowski, Journal Sentinel, 18 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • At the moment, however, inflation remains higher than hoped and the affordability crunch continues depressing aspiring homebuyers' chances of getting on the property ladder.
    William Lambers, Newsweek, 10 Mar. 2025
  • Isn’t the world depressing enough right now without having to see that?
    Lynette Rice, Deadline, 2 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Blending skill, grace and the daring pursuit of the ultimate underwater thrill, five divers—all trained by a world-class underwater choreographer—will compete to show off their skills during epic underwater dances.
    Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 14 May 2025
  • The decision comes after years of increasingly daring celebrity outfits and adds to the ongoing discussion among fashion enthusiasts on social media — Is fashion becoming more conservative?
    Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 13 May 2025
Verb
  • After three consecutive drives ended in a punt following Rodgers’ interception, the 41-year-old led the Jets down the field, tossing his first touchdown pass since Week 16 and the 500th of his career.
    C. Isaiah Smalls II, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
  • Before tossing them in the trash, check in with your local homeless shelter, food pantry, or other non-profit as these organizations often have need for travel-sized toiletries.
    Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 3 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Many leaders want breakthrough thinking yet fail to set the conditions for people to feel brave enough to contribute.
    Ashley B. Stewart, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
  • Despite those scares, Ramon was brave enough to push out and defend in the opposition half.
    Guillermo Rai, New York Times, 19 May 2025
Verb
  • Enlist the help of a running coach.
    Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 31 Dec. 2024
  • The move ends, or brings to the next phase, one of the longest-running and most public marital breakdowns in modern Hollywood history.
    Max Goldbart, Deadline, 31 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • The healthcare system is filled with bold promises and complicated policies.
    William Jones, USA Today, 14 May 2025
  • Shoppers can choose between neutral hues including ivory, navy, and brown, or opt for bold yellow, red, or green.
    Maggie Horton, People.com, 13 May 2025

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“Dashing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dashing. Accessed 23 May. 2025.

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