FUNKING Synonyms: 24 Similar and Opposite Words

funking

verb

present participle of funk

as in ducking

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Paxton has so far failed to hold large campaign events and is ducking debates.

— Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 28 Aug. 2026
Store employees are seen ducking for cover as more shots are fired.

— Aziza Shuler, CBS News, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of ducking

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Broadly, the rule of thumb is to drink it during periods of intense competition (to allow for muscle recovery) while avoiding it during periods of training (to promote muscle development).

— Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
The truce applies only to the two capital cities, and overnight attacks into Sunday saw Russia continue its bombardment of Ukraine while avoiding Kyiv city.

— Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 6 Sep. 2026

Definition of avoiding

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One TikTok of the scrappy piggy dodging cars and darting between would-be animal rescuers’ legs racked up nearly a half million views.

— Benjamin Svetkey, HollywoodReporter, 2 Sep. 2026
At the time, Interpol was constantly dodging comparisons to Joy Division with their angular guitar stabs and Paul Banks’ distinct baritone that reminded some of Ian Curtis.

— David Harris, SPIN, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of dodging

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The chance to honor her legacy made for a poignant coincidence for an evening devoted to female power, and a reminder that, however much has changed since Steinem first began shaking things up, there is still plenty to do.

— Tiziana Cardini, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2026
That doesn’t make their hooting, teeth-baring, chest-beating, or branch-shaking any less of an act of communication.

— Mike McRae September 02, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of shaking

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Barnett’s death also inspired other Boeing employees to speak out about the company allegedly shirking quality standards to increase profit.

— Alyssa Modos, PEOPLE, 20 Aug. 2026
During a livestream of a pre-pageant event, Itsaragrisil berated Miss Mexico’s Fátima Bosch, accusing her of shirking mandatory promotional responsibilities for the host country.

— Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of shirking

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As Fernandes undertook his trademark run-up, Tielemans mirrored him exactly, sidestepping and stuttering in synchronisation.

— Cerys Jones, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026
Since then, the program has cemented itself as one of the best studio shows on cable despite mostly sidestepping game analysis in favor of alchemized banter.

— Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of sidestepping

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Sheriff’s officials said he was booked at the South Placer County Jail on several criminal charges, including evading a police officer.

— Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 4 Sep. 2026
The recent changes followed reports that some foreign residents had been driving up home prices or evading payments for their public health insurance.

— Christine Miyawaki, CNN Money, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of evading

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On the other hand, the film is, in some respects, well-served by eschewing the tropes of a typical coming-of-age-queerly tale.

— David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 4 Sep. 2026
The company falls squarely in the ultra-luxury tier while eschewing much of the fussiness that typifies other players in the space.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of eschewing

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