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as in dances
a social gathering for dancing
back in those days taking someone to the school hop was a big deal
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as in jumps
to propel oneself upward or forward into the air
the frog hopped back into the pond the bus stopped, a lone passenger hopped on, and the driver continued on his way
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Recent Examples of hops
New Atlas, 20 Apr. 2026
Thanks to cask beer manager Mason Swierenga, Wren’s pours are known for soft carbonation, live yeast, plush mouthfeel, and a slow pour that builds its own head—under the cask’s spell, hops and malts show different faces.
—Chris Malloy, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Apr. 2026
The history of Hofbräuhaus began in 1516, when the Beer Purity Law was enacted, stipulating that beer could be made only from barley, hops and water.
—Imelda García, Dallas Morning News, 7 Apr. 2026
Caminero’s sprint included several mid-stride hops and fist pumps and exhortations to the crowd.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026
Many stouts lean bitter due to the hops, so only 8 ounces is needed for sufficient flavor (which nicely provides you with leftovers to drink while cooking, if desired).
—Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2026
From there, the mustached little man with the hops of Jordan has appeared in over 200 different video games, from go-kart races to golf games, RPGs to mobile endless runners.
—K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 10 Mar. 2026
Sappho and Hortensia are both brewed with traditional German hops and (unconventionally) whole leaf American grown hops.
—Blaine Callahan, Hartford Courant, 9 Mar. 2026
Brewed with Florida citrus peel and citrus-forward hops, Ten10’s owner-brewer Mike Wallace says Orange County Reporter is a fun take on their tried-and-true blond ale recipe.
—Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 Feb. 2026
Skyler Trepel, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
We first encounter Anna, a bit of a hot mess who hops from one house-sitting gig to the next in New York City.
—Alexandra Jhamb Burns, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Apr. 2026
In the third episode of Testaments, the series’ narration head hops from Agnes’s limited perspective to that of her Pearl Girl study buddy Daisy, who we’ve been led to believe is a Toronto runaway.
—Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 8 Apr. 2026
In a new study published in March, a team of scientists from Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium used conch hops to calculate just how much space an amorous herd of conch need to mate.
—Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2026
The brewery was founded in 1589 in Munich, and since then, Hofbräuhaus beer has been brewed in strict accordance with that law, using only water, barley malt and hops.
—Imelda García, Dallas Morning News, 7 Apr. 2026
As spring continues to make its attempt at remaining in the Sioux Falls area, Easter hops up with local egg hunts, basket giveaways, Easter candy and goodies and of course, the long-eared, fluffy holiday icon of the hour, the Easter Bunny.
—Vanessa Carlson Bender, Sioux Falls Argus Leader, 27 Mar. 2026
The 24-year-old had hops to put the finishing touches on the Lakers’ successful six-game trip.
—Los Angeles Times, 26 Mar. 2026
In the clip, Gelli Haha and her backup dancers twirl around vibrant decor in the sky before the singer hops behind the steering wheel of a huge, fluffy cloud and takes off on a trippy voyage.
—Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 25 Mar. 2026
Noun
For years, the Freeride sat in this odd limbo – perfectly capable of short commutes and urban hops, but officially only limited to private trails and parks.
—New Atlas, 20 Apr. 2026
Thanks to cask beer manager Mason Swierenga, Wren’s pours are known for soft carbonation, live yeast, plush mouthfeel, and a slow pour that builds its own head—under the cask’s spell, hops and malts show different faces.
—Chris Malloy, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Apr. 2026
The history of Hofbräuhaus began in 1516, when the Beer Purity Law was enacted, stipulating that beer could be made only from barley, hops and water.
—Imelda García, Dallas Morning News, 7 Apr. 2026
Caminero’s sprint included several mid-stride hops and fist pumps and exhortations to the crowd.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026
Many stouts lean bitter due to the hops, so only 8 ounces is needed for sufficient flavor (which nicely provides you with leftovers to drink while cooking, if desired).
—Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2026
From there, the mustached little man with the hops of Jordan has appeared in over 200 different video games, from go-kart races to golf games, RPGs to mobile endless runners.
—K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 10 Mar. 2026
Sappho and Hortensia are both brewed with traditional German hops and (unconventionally) whole leaf American grown hops.
—Blaine Callahan, Hartford Courant, 9 Mar. 2026
Brewed with Florida citrus peel and citrus-forward hops, Ten10’s owner-brewer Mike Wallace says Orange County Reporter is a fun take on their tried-and-true blond ale recipe.
—Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 Feb. 2026
Verb
As Josh is being arrested, Lindsay hops over the police barrier and passionately kisses him goodbye.
—Skyler Trepel, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
We first encounter Anna, a bit of a hot mess who hops from one house-sitting gig to the next in New York City.
—Alexandra Jhamb Burns, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Apr. 2026
In the third episode of Testaments, the series’ narration head hops from Agnes’s limited perspective to that of her Pearl Girl study buddy Daisy, who we’ve been led to believe is a Toronto runaway.
—Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 8 Apr. 2026
In a new study published in March, a team of scientists from Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium used conch hops to calculate just how much space an amorous herd of conch need to mate.
—Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2026
The brewery was founded in 1589 in Munich, and since then, Hofbräuhaus beer has been brewed in strict accordance with that law, using only water, barley malt and hops.
—Imelda García, Dallas Morning News, 7 Apr. 2026
As spring continues to make its attempt at remaining in the Sioux Falls area, Easter hops up with local egg hunts, basket giveaways, Easter candy and goodies and of course, the long-eared, fluffy holiday icon of the hour, the Easter Bunny.
—Vanessa Carlson Bender, Sioux Falls Argus Leader, 27 Mar. 2026
The 24-year-old had hops to put the finishing touches on the Lakers’ successful six-game trip.
—Los Angeles Times, 26 Mar. 2026
In the clip, Gelli Haha and her backup dancers twirl around vibrant decor in the sky before the singer hops behind the steering wheel of a huge, fluffy cloud and takes off on a trippy voyage.
—Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 25 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hops
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On his most recent project, Cosa Nuestra, Rauw combines different eras and modern sounds with traditional rhythms and dances on a stage with a Broadway feel—this is something only Rauw can do.—
Time,
Time,
15 Apr. 2026
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By the time prom approached, Bray had already made dresses for multiple school dances — but taking on a prom gown still felt like a leap.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
13 Apr. 2026
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Earlier in the day, Canva co-founders Melanie Perkins, Cliff Obrecht and Cameron Adams hosted a colorful kickoff session to Canva Create that highlighted the big leaps forward that the platform has taken over the past year amid the fast evolution of generative AI tech and tools.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
16 Apr. 2026
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The musical’s score by Ingrid Michaelson isn’t traditionally melodic, with big leaps from note to note that can easily strain a singer’s voice.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Ulloa bounces between a linear, historical telling of the political, economic and racial shifts in the area and the personal accounts of five families from the region, including her own.—
Carlos De Loera,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
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Lauren bounces ideas off her colleagues and confidantes in a winemaker tasting group, which also includes Emma Kosicek, Tony’s daughter.—
Julia Sayers Gokhale,
Midwest Living,
16 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The final moments of the finale jumps eight years.—
Yvonne Villarreal,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
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His 605-pound squat also jumps off the page.—
Jeff Sentell,
AJC.com,
17 Apr. 2026
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Another 102 schools could be affected for off-site events, including proms and senior nights, according to the memo.—
Kate Armanini,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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Fast forward 16 years, and members are in hiding in a sanctuary city in the forests of Northern California while life goes on for everyone else in the form of proms and getting stoned.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Houston Chronicle,
25 Mar. 2026
Verb
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At home, Marino skips the mayo altogether and mixes his tuna with olive oil, fresh tomatoes, and basil.—
Lizzy Briskin,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Apr. 2026
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Sharpen and clean your tools This is the task almost everyone skips — and almost everyone regrets skipping.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Miami Herald,
14 Apr. 2026
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Nick Pivetta’s body language evidenced frustration after two high fastballs — a staple pitch for the Padres’ ace — were called balls.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
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Pierson has also donated hundreds of tennis balls to local animal shelters in Massachusetts.—
Jacob Wycoff,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Her 3-point shooting has jumped leaps and bounds from the early part of her college career.—
Matthew Coller,
Twin Cities,
12 Apr. 2026
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Taking photos with the device so many people have in their pockets is leaps and bounds beyond photography equipment used during Apollo 17 – even the 1960s-era 35mm camera.—
Jennifer Levasseur,
The Conversation,
11 Apr. 2026
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“Hops.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hops. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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