as in hopping
to play and run about happily
carefree kids laughing and frisking about in their backyard
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In fact, the woman hopping away from the frame is Monica Velasco, a former Dolphins cheerleader who has been married to Taylor since August 2020.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
30 Sep. 2025 -
The trend, popularized by creator Kathryn Smith in a viral video, encourages viewers to start their day by hopping out of bed and jumping 50 times.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
28 Sep. 2025
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Quit dancing around the dialogue as Mercury and Chiron clash.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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The clip finds Meg rocking camo pants, tan boots and a wool hat while dancing to the track in the studio.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
3 Oct. 2025
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Later in the segment, the Las Culturistas host went as far as leaping over the desk so that Dobby could punish himself once again by banging his head against the camera.—
Desiree Anello,
PEOPLE,
5 Oct. 2025
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The Norwegian striker first looped the ball over the keeper to give City the lead before later leaping highest to power home for his second after Monaco had equalised through a brilliant Jordan Teze finish.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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Eggs can cost more than cereals, and this can lead to this population skipping meals or going hungry.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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Coaches and/or GMs always talk, but because of the Jonathan Kuminga contract standoff, skipping was apparently the way to go.—
Zach Harper,
New York Times,
30 Sep. 2025
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Contreras tagged Randy Rodriguez’s hanging slider in the bottom of the ninth, cavorting around the bases while his teammates spilled out of the home dugout.—
Andrew Baggarly,
New York Times,
23 Aug. 2025
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Europe claimed a 14-1 victory for their fourth straight win in Boston, while Team World returned the favour two years later in Vancouver, romping to a 13-2 win.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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But, new research reveals that — despite their vast difference in size — these marine mammals often enjoy playful interactions, much like a Great Dane romping with a Chihuahua.—
Brendan Rascius,
Miami Herald,
13 Aug. 2025
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With azure water lapping sandy beaches, lazy days spent frolicking in Lake Maggiore are a huge draw.—
Lisa Kadane,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Sep. 2025
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Looking to spend an upcoming weekend frolicking in a pumpkin patch, enjoying a hayride or gobbling up some homemade treats?—
Grace Tucker,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
19 Sep. 2025
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Four additional bedrooms upstairs include a posh primary suite flaunting a private balcony, a separate sitting room, two walk-in closets, a dressing area, and a luxe bath sporting a soaking tub and an oversized steam shower.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
2 Oct. 2025
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And now the mischievous furry friend is back, sporting a new look and tons of cool features.—
Pamela Brill,
Parents,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Frisking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frisking. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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