yapping (at)

present participle of yap (at)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for yapping (at)
Verb
  • Weird; annoying even – but the floaters did not seem urgent.
    Peter Ubel, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
  • My biggest concern about adding a tracking device around Mya’s neck was annoying her or creating disruption.
    Tyler Hayes, PC Magazine, 13 May 2026
Verb
  • Police accused Andrea Bucci of harassing a 16-year-old youth ice hockey referee over a call during a game in July 2025.
    Ricky Sayer, CBS News, 6 June 2026
  • In a press release last September, the DOJ announced that a 68-year-old Santa Monica man, Gregory John Curcio, was charged with doxing and harassing an ICE lawyer.
    Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 29 May 2026
Verb
  • Overall, the vibes at SGF 2026 were markedly up compared to those from last year and 2024, when layoffs plaguing the industry and multiple game cancellations and releases were the main topics of conversation.
    Jennifer Maas, Variety, 11 June 2026
  • Mass tourism, rising sea levels, and scorching temperatures have been plaguing the unique Italian city.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 June 2026
Verb
  • For example, trick roping performed by horse riders that don’t actually lasso animals or choreographed riding to music are not included in the ban.
    Melissa Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026
  • Videos on Instagram over the weekend showed Young and other offensive teammates visit Legette’s tiny South Carolina hometown of Mullins, riding four-wheelers and horses and having fun.
    Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 9 June 2026
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“Yapping (at).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/yapping%20%28at%29. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.

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