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as in humming
to fly, turn, or move rapidly with a fluttering or vibratory sound
a dragonfly zipped by my ear
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as in darting
to make an irregular series of quick, sudden movements
the fly zipped around the room, trying to find a way to the outside
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as in speeding
to proceed or move quickly
knowing that she was already late, she went zipping off to meet her next client
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as in rushing
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Recent Examples of zipping
Scott Tobias, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2025
After zipping his bag, Manchester started moving the crew to the cooler.
—Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 30 Sep. 2025
When temperatures dip, zipping them back on feels like a magic trick, instantly creating a pair of water-resistant pants with UPF 50+ sun protection.
—Alice Bennett, Travel + Leisure, 25 Sep. 2025
That included the final dagger, as Mahomes looked off a pass to Kelce before zipping a 5-yard touchdown pass to Thornton in the back of the end zone.
—The Athletic Staff, New York Times, 22 Sep. 2025
Colbert then fell silent and mimed zipping his lips shut.
—Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 19 Sep. 2025
Some are no bigger than pebbles, while others stretch for miles, silently orbiting the sun in the asteroid belt or zipping past Earth in close encounters.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 18 Sep. 2025
These days, adrenaline-seekers love zipping around the roller coaster–like landscape on dune buggies and ATVs, available to rent from Stewart SandSports for as little as $150 per half-day for a solo ATV or $450 for a half-day for a two-seat side-by-side.
—Nicholas Derenzo, AFAR Media, 16 Sep. 2025
There were few cars — mostly just workers in bamboo hats on foot or on bikes, with the occasional motor scooter zipping along.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 13 Sep. 2025
Adjective
With him, the show is zipping along as confidently as ever.
—Scott Tobias, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2025
After zipping his bag, Manchester started moving the crew to the cooler.
—Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 30 Sep. 2025
When temperatures dip, zipping them back on feels like a magic trick, instantly creating a pair of water-resistant pants with UPF 50+ sun protection.
—Alice Bennett, Travel + Leisure, 25 Sep. 2025
That included the final dagger, as Mahomes looked off a pass to Kelce before zipping a 5-yard touchdown pass to Thornton in the back of the end zone.
—The Athletic Staff, New York Times, 22 Sep. 2025
Colbert then fell silent and mimed zipping his lips shut.
—Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 19 Sep. 2025
Some are no bigger than pebbles, while others stretch for miles, silently orbiting the sun in the asteroid belt or zipping past Earth in close encounters.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 18 Sep. 2025
These days, adrenaline-seekers love zipping around the roller coaster–like landscape on dune buggies and ATVs, available to rent from Stewart SandSports for as little as $150 per half-day for a solo ATV or $450 for a half-day for a two-seat side-by-side.
—Nicholas Derenzo, AFAR Media, 16 Sep. 2025
There were few cars — mostly just workers in bamboo hats on foot or on bikes, with the occasional motor scooter zipping along.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 13 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for zipping
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Mike McDaniel’s Dolphins offense was humming early Sunday; the Dolphins took a 17-0 first half lead and Darren Waller caught all five passes thrown to him for 78 yards and a touchdown.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
5 Oct. 2025
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The set is humming with energy, but Morman stays locked in, switching seamlessly from host to producer, moving with the rhythm of someone who’s been in this position a thousand times before.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
30 Sep. 2025
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His darting run and assist against Napoli, later followed by a goal, speak to that impact.—
Paul Tenorio,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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Inevitably, someone ended up swinging a quilt around to mimic the great snake’s darting heads and churning coils.—
Seamus Sullivan
September 29,
Literary Hub,
29 Sep. 2025
Verb
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He was accused of driving recklessly — speeding and passing in a no-passing zone — when the motorist swerved to avoid Lacy and crashed into another vehicle.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
7 Oct. 2025
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When there were 30 laps to go, he was struck with a penalty for speeding on the pit road.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Oct. 2025
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The cast, most of whom owed their newly buzzing careers to the showrunner, were extremely loyal to Sheridan and 101 Studios, while Paramount executives were desperate to have Sheridan’s content for Paramount+, their new streaming app.—
Peter Kiefer,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Oct. 2025
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Trips to fabric stores were one of her greatest pleasures, and her sewing room was always alive with activity, her three sewing machines constantly buzzing.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
8 Oct. 2025
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The episode ends with a haunting overhead shot of the yard dotted with frozen clusters of kids in gray jumpsuits and the frantic staff outfitted in bright orange, flitting among them.—
Erin Qualey,
Vulture,
25 Sep. 2025
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Expect flocks of vibrant flamingos and tiny flitting hummingbirds spreading their wings over the turquoise waters and tangles of mangroves that unfold across lagoons that stretch parallel to the sea.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Pedestrians are hurrying past to find their places on Fifth Avenue, but the girls have a different kind of readiness about them.—
Rebecca Mead,
New Yorker,
5 Oct. 2025
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That's why Amazon shoppers are hurrying to grab a soft and fluffy comforter for fall.—
Melody Kazel,
PEOPLE,
25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Only worth around $15 nowadays, but this card spawned so many anti-flying cards.—
Curtis Silver,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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The lower end of that spectrum (2,000 kelvins) will provide an orangey, amber light and attract the fewest flying insects.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
17 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Coomes has seen unexplained orbs fluttering in upstairs offices on the security cameras.—
Maggie Menderski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
3 Oct. 2025
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The Only Murders in the Building actress was the epitome of bridal glam, and went for fluttering lashes, blushed cheeks and peachy pink lips for the occasion.—
Starr Bowenbank,
PEOPLE,
2 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Zipping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zipping. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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