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[dash-ing] / ˈdæʃ ɪŋ /


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Here we read of “a dashing figure, whose trademarks include a field marshal’s cap, gold-rimmed sunglasses like those worn by movie stars and his signature corncob pipe.”

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 17, 2026

The head of Peru's election authority told AFP that the results of Sunday's presidential election may not be known for a fortnight, dashing hopes of a quick resolution to the ultra-tight race.

From Barron's Jun. 9, 2026

On his Christmastime visit home, in Milwaukee, his mother, who thought military school might turn him into a dashing accomplished gentleman, saw the bruises and never sent him back to the school.

From Los Angeles Times May 22, 2026

Has the ancient sport of sailing ever looked more dashing?

From The Wall Street Journal May 7, 2026

Barking, lifting his paws excitedly, then dashing away from us.

From "Paradise on Fire" by Jewell Parker Rhodes




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