Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pump-faking
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This year’s skillshare in Philadelphia is slated to offer a series of hourlong workshops, including a lesson on evading law enforcement and eluding capture.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
2 Oct. 2025 -
Jackson was apprehended a short time later and arrested for evading arrest or detention, police said.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 Sep. 2025
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That’s why some companies are approaching the Kessler problem as one of disposing, rather than dodging.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
30 Sep. 2025
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Facing third and goal, Wells dropped back and decided to tuck the ball, dodging two defenders on his way to a seven-yard touchdown run.—
Jordan Neal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Sep. 2025
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The key is preparing before problems strikes, or sidestepping the problem by finding alternate transportation when possible.—
Christopher Elliott,
USA Today,
29 Sep. 2025
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Washington has pressured Mexico to crack down on Chinese imports over allegations that goods are being rerouted to the US, thus sidestepping American levies placed on Beijing.—
semafor.com,
semafor.com,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Pump-faking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pump-faking. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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