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hopping

[hop-ing] / ˈhɒp ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
humming
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONG




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The bison then repeatedly flops on its side in an agitated fashion before hopping to its feet.

From BBC Jul. 13, 2026

The findings suggest that even a landing near the moon's South Pole could send methane molecules "hopping" across the lunar surface to the North Pole in less than two lunar days.

From Science Daily Jul. 13, 2026

Wages rise more quickly when the jobs market is hopping.

From MarketWatch Jul. 1, 2026

Sean Wakasa, who co-chairs of DSA’s L.A. chapter, said he is excited to see Raman make the runoff and is hopping his chapter will endorse her.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 10, 2026

“He’s in here,” I say, hopping into the car.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen




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