skip

Example Sentences

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Finn’s dry observation—that the ancients didn’t skip leg day—was more general.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

He was however conspicuously set to skip the main international ceremony marking the anniversary of the landings, which heralded an end to World War II, later in the afternoon.

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

So let’s skip it for now and get back to the television problem.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

It is always best to ask the owner's permission before taking something from a skip.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

They flush, skip the hand wash—nice—and slam the door against the wall as they leave.

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz