SKIMMING Synonyms: 115 Similar and Opposite Words

skimming

verb

Definition of skimming

present participle of skim

as in flipping

to turn over pages in an idle or cursory manner I'll just skim through a few styling magazines and see if something interesting catches my eye

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as in flowing

to move or proceed smoothly and readily a lone hang glider skimming along just above the treetops

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as in brushing

to pass lightly across or touch gently especially in passing her hand just barely skimmed the wall as she ran down the hallway

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as in bouncing

to strike and fly off at an angle the rock just skimmed the surface of the water

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as in glancing

to take a quick or hasty look he impatiently skimmed through the book, looking for the specific passage he remembered seeing

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Recent Examples of skimming French bob fans will recognize the jaw-skimming silhouette that removes excess weight and adds bounce, especially when paired with a delicate fringe. — Ashley Lynch, Miami Herald, 28 Oct. 2026 Back in January, the USDA Office of Inspector General projected that SNAP theft could climb to $233 million between 2025 and 2026 — largely as a result of skimming. — Juliana Kim, NPR, 26 Oct. 2026 And don’t be fooled by its figure-skimming silhouette—the soft knit fabric offers plenty of stretch for a comfortable fit that never feels restrictive. — Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 21 Oct. 2026 This throw-on-and-go design from Grace Karin is a quintessential fall layering piece, with a classic crew neckline, a button-down closure, and a figure-skimming fit that isn’t overly bulky. — Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Oct. 2026 According to investigators with the Adams County Sheriff's Office, razor blades were glued to some fuel pumps just above the keypads where the skimming devices were found. — Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2026 For years, scammers would surreptitiously install skimming devices on card readers at ATMs, gas pumps and corner stores. — Eli Hager, ProPublica, 13 Oct. 2026 This one, in particular, has a body-skimming fit that’s sleek enough to tuck into jeans or skirts, plus a nice ribbed design that camouflages bra lines. — Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 12 Oct. 2026 Her body-skimming black gown with its waistcoat bodice from Patrick McDowell’s fall 2026 collection and Bulgari diamonds added that glamorous edge. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 7 Oct. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for skimming

Verb

The knights are not just noblemen but athletes of the sand—flipping, flying, and growling into the arena.

— Alessandra Schade, Vanity Fair, 28 Oct. 2026
The postal employee who offered this service in his after-hours was sitting there at his table, flipping pages at the rate of two minutes per profile.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of flipping

Verb

The Dolce Vita bob runs longer with soft, flowing layers, which sets it apart from the shorter, tighter shapes most associated with vintage glamour.

— Ashley Lynch, Kansas City Star, 28 Oct. 2026
Enterprise-level software capital is increasingly flowing into tech such as Warehouse Execution Systems (WES) and digital twins to simulate layouts, predict congestion and dynamically reroute inventory.

— Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of flowing

Verb

Carefully dig up the mother plant or remove it from the container, brushing soil from clumps of roots or rhizomes.

— Lauren David, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2026
In the trailer, the camera pans over to Kristen Bell and Adam Brody’s characters in their bathroom, brushing their teeth in tandem.

— Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of brushing

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Different industries and different backgrounds provide a pool of varied perspectives for bouncing ideas around about anything from negotiating salaries to making difficult management decisions.

— Christina Perrier, InStyle, 29 Oct. 2026
Pratt made his fourth error of the postseason at shortstop, the Brewers’ ninth in 10 games, bouncing his throw past first baseman Jake Bauers on a leadoff grounder by Díaz.

— Ronald Blum, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2026

Definition of bouncing

Verb

Advertisement As a result, many older users who may have only had glancing interactions with AI have become avid users.

— Andrew R. Chow, Time, 22 Oct. 2026
As Grace and Todd approach the president’s limo, a small spark can be seen glancing off of the front of the car.

— Adam B. Vary, IndieWire, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of glancing

Verb

Gazza, who has been cruising along all episode, doesn’t bowl the judges over with his treacle pudding or his Black Forest gâteau, which is a little bit shocking.

— Brian Moylan, Vulture, 23 Oct. 2026
If Mick hadn’t come cruising into that playground, lights off?

— George Saunders, New Yorker, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of cruising

Verb

And yet, the ball still fell a few inches short, kissing the front of the United Center rim.

— Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 30 Oct. 2026
The friends made headlines several times over the years for so openly showing affection to each other, frequently kissing on the lips at red carpet events.

— Selome Hailu, Variety, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of kissing

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While the precise location is still under wraps, the date has been set for June 11 next year, skipping once again Milan Fashion Week.

— Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2026
Without skipping a beat, the boys run outside, pick up colorful leather balls and launch into a juggling competition.

— Julie Bourdin, NPR, 25 Oct. 2026