saltation

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A process called splash saltation, invokes a stream of falling particles that cause surface dust grains to be ejected from their original positions.

From BBC

Wind-induced saltation abrasion of the rocks in Yellowknife Bay appears to have been the mechanism responsible for erosion and exhumation of the ancient lake bed sampled by Curiosity.

From Science Magazine

Phœbe minor, however, executed gleeful saltations in honour of his arrival.

From Project Gutenberg

In the heat of noon, in the cool of the evening, day after day there was no rest for them, their saltation was without end.

From Project Gutenberg

Under the circumstances, Mr. Cashmere, while assuring everybody of his whole-hearted support, had a private reservation of judgment to be finally settled by the directional feline saltation.

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