as in trotting
to go at a pace faster than a walk
he sprinted off to class so as to avoid being late
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Recent Examples of sprinting
Cutting, relocating, sprinting into space.
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C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 10 Jan. 2026
Energy experts say this trend shows how sharply the US and China are diverging on the energy transition, with China sprinting far ahead on renewables and EVs, while the US doubles down on drilling oil at home and abroad.
—Ella Nilsen, CNN Money, 8 Jan. 2026
Or left tackle Theo Benedet pulling into the open field in Cincinnati, sprinting well beyond the line of scrimmage, starting his block on Geno Stone 4 yards from the sideline, then mauling the Bengals safety within inches of a bench.
—Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
Once Sansted's kick went through the uprights, the Bobcats started sprinting around the field throwing helmets in the air celebrating the end of a long title drought.
—CBS News, 6 Jan. 2026
Manning sealed the win with a 60-yard touchdown run on the Longhorns' next offensive play, sprinting untouched up the middle of the field to help finish out a 41-27 win.
—David Eckert, Austin American Statesman, 31 Dec. 2025
Crossbody bags are essential for navigating busy city streets, exploring new areas, and sprinting to catch your connecting flight, and this scarlet red The Sak Iris Crossbody Bag delivers on all fronts.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 15 Dec. 2025
LaFleur quickly shook hands with the rival coach before sprinting away to handle postgame business.
—Matthew Couden, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2025
Rocky sneaks after her, sprinting through Manhattan streets and even swimming across a river — all in red silk pajamas — to reach her and propose in a romantically cinematic gesture.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 30 Nov. 2025
C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 10 Jan. 2026
Energy experts say this trend shows how sharply the US and China are diverging on the energy transition, with China sprinting far ahead on renewables and EVs, while the US doubles down on drilling oil at home and abroad.
—Ella Nilsen, CNN Money, 8 Jan. 2026
Or left tackle Theo Benedet pulling into the open field in Cincinnati, sprinting well beyond the line of scrimmage, starting his block on Geno Stone 4 yards from the sideline, then mauling the Bengals safety within inches of a bench.
—Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
Once Sansted's kick went through the uprights, the Bobcats started sprinting around the field throwing helmets in the air celebrating the end of a long title drought.
—CBS News, 6 Jan. 2026
Manning sealed the win with a 60-yard touchdown run on the Longhorns' next offensive play, sprinting untouched up the middle of the field to help finish out a 41-27 win.
—David Eckert, Austin American Statesman, 31 Dec. 2025
Crossbody bags are essential for navigating busy city streets, exploring new areas, and sprinting to catch your connecting flight, and this scarlet red The Sak Iris Crossbody Bag delivers on all fronts.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 15 Dec. 2025
LaFleur quickly shook hands with the rival coach before sprinting away to handle postgame business.
—Matthew Couden, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2025
Rocky sneaks after her, sprinting through Manhattan streets and even swimming across a river — all in red silk pajamas — to reach her and propose in a romantically cinematic gesture.
—Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 30 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sprinting
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Apollo is still trotting on the spot.—
James Vincent,
Harpers Magazine,
30 Dec. 2025
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Zosia and Carol’s globe-trotting romance took a dark turn in Big Sky, Montana, when Carol learned that Zosia and the rest of the Joined were nearing completion on another method to turn her into one of them.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Dec. 2025
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A couple years ago, another runner spent the better part of 12 months jogging every street in Manhattan, a 750-mile endeavor.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Jan. 2026
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Barker was seen jogging in a video the organization shared on Instagram, which showed a high turnout of runners from various age groups.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
29 Dec. 2025
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The attention has also led to a few funny moments, including running into friends and colleagues who were shocked to recognize the family from a viral video.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
14 Jan. 2026
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These running sneakers are perfect for anyone running or walking long distances.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Phelps was also lauded for expanding NASCAR's international footprint, securing long-term media rights and charter agreements, and building a leadership team that is focused on building the future of stock car racing with fan experience at its core.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 Jan. 2026
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Admire holiday toy trains racing through a miniature metropolis.—
Caroline Ritzie,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Jan. 2026
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“Sprinting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sprinting. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.
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