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as in rollicking
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to play and run about happily
the kids romped on the lawn until dinner was ready
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Recent Examples of romping
Brian Mahoney,
Chicago Tribune,
9 June 2026
The outcome was one few anticipated, with Gray Davis romping to victory in the Democratic primary, then winning the governorship in a landslide.
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Mark Z. Barabak,
Mercury News,
28 Mar. 2026
The outcome was one few anticipated, with Gray Davis romping to victory in the Democratic primary, then winning the governorship in a landslide.
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Los Angeles Times,
25 Mar. 2026
Trump and Republicans last year aggressively ramped up policies favorable to fossil fuels after romping to an electoral victory in 2024 on a promise to lower the cost of living, including by quelling gas prices.
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Garrett Downs,
CNBC,
13 Mar. 2026
Yes, the interstellar comet that made plenty of headlines in 2025 is still romping through our solar system.
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Eric Lagatta,
AZCentral.com,
26 Feb. 2026
This was an indulgent gift after a busy day romping through the busy streets of London.
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Sacbee.com,
3 Dec. 2025
The Buckeyes are romping through everyone, and that counts for something.
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Chris Vannini,
New York Times,
10 Nov. 2025
With a more complete team, the Ravens looked much more like their usual selves, romping to a 30-16 victory in which every facet of the team shone.
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Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
29 Oct. 2025
Verb
The Knicks had piled up massive scoring margins while romping through the Eastern Conference playoffs, then were just good enough in the two games in San Antonio.
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Brian Mahoney,
Chicago Tribune,
9 June 2026
The outcome was one few anticipated, with Gray Davis romping to victory in the Democratic primary, then winning the governorship in a landslide.
—
Mark Z. Barabak,
Mercury News,
28 Mar. 2026
The outcome was one few anticipated, with Gray Davis romping to victory in the Democratic primary, then winning the governorship in a landslide.
—
Los Angeles Times,
25 Mar. 2026
Trump and Republicans last year aggressively ramped up policies favorable to fossil fuels after romping to an electoral victory in 2024 on a promise to lower the cost of living, including by quelling gas prices.
—
Garrett Downs,
CNBC,
13 Mar. 2026
Yes, the interstellar comet that made plenty of headlines in 2025 is still romping through our solar system.
—
Eric Lagatta,
AZCentral.com,
26 Feb. 2026
This was an indulgent gift after a busy day romping through the busy streets of London.
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Sacbee.com,
3 Dec. 2025
The Buckeyes are romping through everyone, and that counts for something.
—
Chris Vannini,
New York Times,
10 Nov. 2025
With a more complete team, the Ravens looked much more like their usual selves, romping to a 30-16 victory in which every facet of the team shone.
—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
29 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for romping
Adjective
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Now, Tickle Me Elmo Giggle Max brings back the fun of the original Tickle Me Elmo, but with a bigger size and more ways to activate Elmo's boisterous laughter.
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Some use to it describe the most boisterous group of antagonistic influencers.
Noun
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Since this World Cup began, Boston was captivated by the Tartan Army, and videos of their frolics have gone viral all over the world.
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In tom thit heo, from southern Vietnam, shrimp and thin slices of pork shoulder frolic in a stir-fry heady with lemongrass and black pepper.
Verb
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Cape Verde's been leading the offense, with several opportunities dancing around the Saudi net, but without precision.
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Attendees donning only red and white were the happiest in the park, dancing along to the DJ’s half-time playlist.
Adjective
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The energetic Ecuadoran team, bolstered by a goal and a raucous crowd, has been given new life in this game.
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The game’s meaninglessness didn’t matter to the raucous sellout crowd that packed SoFi Stadium.
Noun
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But her gamboling merrymakers, hammy showgirls, and blithe flaneurs insist otherwise.
Verb
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The artist, sporting fiery red hair and a colorful bodysuit, also jumped on a stripper pole at one point after hopping back on the sport bike.
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Ser Simon Strong shares his easy appetite for alliance-hopping.
Adjective
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After five seasons, FX's Emmy-winning series has come to an end, with new chapters beginning for the staff of the rowdy restaurant.
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On Public Luxury, the band aimed to channel the energy of their rowdy live shows, resulting in urgent songs for urgent times, and an album that always seems to be speeding toward you.
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But the amusement didn’t last long.
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The fallout of that inquiry—to which Joe and Angela gamely acquiesce—generates its share of laughs, though our amusement comes at a cost.
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“Romping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/romping. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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