skipping (out)

present participle of skip (out)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for skipping (out)
Verb
  • However, Darnold led the Seahawks to another field goal in the third quarter, and Stroud turned the ball over on downs, which led to this game getting out of hand.
    Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 21 Oct. 2025
  • People are literally murdering people in LA and getting out of jail.
    Jack Royston, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Before a school day starts, the guard will be tasked with clearing out the lot to prevent it from blocking students getting into school.
    Grace Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 21 Oct. 2025
  • These are the result of moles clearing out excess soil from deeper excavations, says Owen.
    Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2025
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“Skipping (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skipping%20%28out%29. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.

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