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  • present tense form of hoop (3rd person singular).
  • plural of hoop.

hoops

NOUN
basketball
Synonyms


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The ride was constructed last year using repurposed farm materials, including strawberry polytunnel hoops and an old tipper lorry trailer.

From BBC Aug. 20, 2026

The biggest mistake many Americans abroad make is chasing local tax-advantaged products that appear attractive, but require you to jump through U.S. tax and reporting hoops.

From MarketWatch Jul. 2, 2026

Every voter needs to accept responsibility for ensuring they are registered, and must jump through whatever hoops are necessary in order to cast a vote in November.

From Salon Jun. 26, 2026

Instead, he turned his opinions away from hoops to another circular entertainment concern.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 3, 2026

Benji was shooting hoops in the driveway under a giant spotlight.

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty




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