SKIPPING Synonyms: 47 Similar and Opposite Words

skipping

verb

present participle of skip

as in hopping

to move with a light springing step children skipping along the woodland path

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as in missing

to fail to attend the day was so nice that we decided to skip class and go to the beach

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as in bouncing

to strike and fly off at an angle the soap slipped out of my hand and went skipping across the bathroom floor

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Recent Examples of skipping For Cultured, the Angeleno documented a six-week run of partying in New York, skipping from Manhattan gallery openings and readings to Brooklyn magazine launches. — Harrison Jacobs, ARTnews.com, 30 July 2026 Several providers, including Nomad, let travelers set up local-rate data plans before arrival, which can mean skipping the search for a SIM kiosk altogether. — Matthew Kayser july 29, Miami Herald, 29 July 2026 From skipping airport friction to staying connected abroad, these summer travel hacks may help travelers save time, reduce stress, and make trips run more smoothly. — William Jones, USA Today, 29 July 2026 Because summer squash has delicate skin, Edwards recommends skipping a produce brush, which can damage the surface. — Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 27 July 2026 Emma Roberts’s dad, Eric Roberts, is speaking out after skipping his daughter’s wedding. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 27 July 2026 Some are buying less meat and skipping nonessentials like cookies. — Dee-Ann Durbin, Chicago Tribune, 25 July 2026 The cost of skipping that step does not stay with the candidate. — Lisa Curtis, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026 Was this about one of you being really unhappy with the streaming culture of people skipping opening credits? — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 23 July 2026

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If your Mediterranean travel dreams mean hopping between postcard-perfect ports aboard a private yacht—without sacrificing luxury hotel comforts—Emerald Sakara just may be your answer.

— Stephanie Orma, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
The dynamic is at its best when Judah glides over IsoKeys’ beats like two kids trying to be suave while hopping an MTA turnstile with one tap.

— Lei Takanashi, Pitchfork, 27 July 2026

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However, by Monday morning officials said many more people were aboard than listed, and that the number of people still missing was unclear after 229 people were rescued and five bodies recovered.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
This summer, a third of all claims are rejected because of missing paperwork.

— Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026

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The resulting, room-sized artwork engulfed visitors in a swirling fantasia featuring bouncing balls, morphing nets and slow-motion action shots of Messi.

— Chloe Veltman, NPR, 29 July 2026
When Odevilas said yes, bouncing up and down for joy, Salem puts the ring onto her finger.

— Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 29 July 2026

Definition of bouncing

Verb

Unlike more overtly depressive takes on this role, Bos’ Hamlet is impetuous and sardonic, often bounding up three stairs in a single step and unspooling his words, words, words as if his mouth can’t keep up with his restless mind.

— Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026
At 5-foot-9, Fery possesses a skill set perfectly suited for low-bounding grass.

— Douglas Robson, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026

Definition of bounding

Verb

Renner said Donalds is ignoring base Republican voters in his campaign, especially by refusing to debate him, Collins and conservative activist and investor James Fishback.

— Gray Rohrer, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
Traditional lenders remain hesitant about self-employment income, often ignoring or penalizing applicants whose taxable net returns don't reflect their actual cash flow, despite gig workers diversifying their risk through multiple income streams.

— Efri Argaman, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Definition of ignoring

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