skating

Definition of skatingnext
present participle of skate

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for skating
sliding
Verb
  • Just as the program appeared to be sliding, however, Hurley engineered a turnaround in 2022-23.
    Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 12 Mar. 2026
  • Hydroplaning is when a vehicle starts uncontrollably sliding on wet roads.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 12 Mar. 2026
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“Skating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skating. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.

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