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as in dripping
to fall or let fall in or as if in drops
water dribbling over the lip of the fountain
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as in splashing
to flow in a broken irregular stream
rainwater dribbling along the partially clogged gutter
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as in drooling
to let saliva or some other substance flow from the mouth
picnickers dribbling in eager anticipation of the hamburgers on the grill
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Recent Examples of dribbling
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Nov. 2025
Hannah Keyser,
CNN Money,
30 June 2026
Rogers’ role is not simply that of a winger, but more of an inside forward and box threat, and his game is less focused on dribbling.
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Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
29 June 2026
In the 36th minute, Christian Pulisic was dribbling upfield when Tim made a heady cut into open space.
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Tim Rohan,
NBC news,
25 June 2026
Doué’s ability to progress with the ball through defensive pressure, either by dribbling past defenders or by linking up with teammates, is a valuable attacking asset for his national team.
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Tushaar Kuthiala,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
22 June 2026
Since then, Wilson has been working out in Los Angeles, focusing on basics like shooting and dribbling ahead of the NBA Draft.
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Adam Zagoria,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
Constitutive skills are those implemented during open play and include dribbling, passing and shooting the ball, and opening up spaces.
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Cesar R. Torres,
The Conversation,
17 June 2026
If given a few years to learn from Green and Steph Curry, perhaps those off-the-dribble jumpers, dribbling moves and passing reads can pop in the NBA game.
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Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
15 June 2026
And then for soccer, dribbling is, like, just kicking it with your feet and keeping it close.
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Daniel Wilkerson,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
Adjective
In a recent lab demonstration done by the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), the compact humanoid moved with surprising fluidity—dribbling, passing, and sinking shots after practising thousands of simulated drills.
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Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Nov. 2025
Verb
The Manchester United player ran a quick give-and-go with Nicolas Pépé, taking the short return pass and then dribbling through the Norwegian defense.
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Hannah Keyser,
CNN Money,
30 June 2026
Rogers’ role is not simply that of a winger, but more of an inside forward and box threat, and his game is less focused on dribbling.
—
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
29 June 2026
In the 36th minute, Christian Pulisic was dribbling upfield when Tim made a heady cut into open space.
—
Tim Rohan,
NBC news,
25 June 2026
Doué’s ability to progress with the ball through defensive pressure, either by dribbling past defenders or by linking up with teammates, is a valuable attacking asset for his national team.
—
Tushaar Kuthiala,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
22 June 2026
Since then, Wilson has been working out in Los Angeles, focusing on basics like shooting and dribbling ahead of the NBA Draft.
—
Adam Zagoria,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
Constitutive skills are those implemented during open play and include dribbling, passing and shooting the ball, and opening up spaces.
—
Cesar R. Torres,
The Conversation,
17 June 2026
If given a few years to learn from Green and Steph Curry, perhaps those off-the-dribble jumpers, dribbling moves and passing reads can pop in the NBA game.
—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
15 June 2026
And then for soccer, dribbling is, like, just kicking it with your feet and keeping it close.
—
Daniel Wilkerson,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dribbling
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But racetrack designers in the late 1960s paid scant attention to safety features, and the corners were mostly lined with Armco fencing.
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And concierges are left with scant reliable options for the experiences their guests demand.
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In really humid temperatures, the air becomes saturated with water vapour meaning sweat does not evaporate as efficiently, leaving humans in hot, humid environments dripping with sweat as the body struggles to get rid of excess heat.
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The music was slinky, glamorous, dripping in delicious campiness.
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As extreme heat hits Boston, residents are finding ways to stay cool, from splashing in Frog Pond to stocking up on water at Fenway Park, while city officials and utility crews urge people to take precautions.
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After all that digging and splashing, a muddy dog still has to come back inside.
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Signs of heat stroke in dogs include heavy panting and drooling, being weak or lethargic, bright red gums and bloodshot eyes.
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This golden lasagna is the perfect way to offer a vegetarian option that meat-eaters will be drooling over.
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Already, reports of sparse crowds have marred the Freedom 250’s Great American State Fair on the National Mall, the Daily Beast said.
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In North Platte, Nebraska, vegetation is much sparser with drier soils.
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Add the sheets to the dryer immediately after washing to prevent mildew—don't let damp sheets sit in the machine.
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After the father left the family, Nan Blyth supported herself and two daughters by washing clothes and working in beauty parlors.
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Jenkins said Macias-Gomez was also charged with battery on a peace officer for spitting.
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First, play was allowed to restart, which was previously a hard stop on any VAR intervention — except violent conduct and spitting at someone.
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They are being asked to do it with scanty documentation, including proof that the Historic Preservation Board is causing unnecessary delay.
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Although the details are scanty, the potential DOE funding is likely to be directed towards this demonstration facility.
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