skipped
Example Sentences
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“I would have thought a budget that does imply an effort of consolidation would get a more positive reaction, but markets skipped forward,” said Benjamin Schroeder, an interest-rate strategist at ING.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
In August, officials also skipped a "cool mix" release designed to help protect native species.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 23, 2026
The 81-year-old had appeared by video link when he was first brought to the court in The Hague, but had since skipped hearings, with his defence team saying he was too ill.
From Barron's ● Sep. 16, 2026
The driver “lost control of the vehicle” and skipped over a curb before striking a tree, police said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 14, 2026
Kids skipped past Jackson, their parents chasing behind.
From "I Survived the Great Alaska Earthquake, 1964" by Lauren Tarshis
