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Definitions

skipping

ADJECTIVE
jumping
Synonyms
STRONG
active animated beating bouncing bounding dynamic hopping hurdling irregular leaping pulsating quaking quivering shaking springing throbbing trembling
WEAK
buoyant lively unsteady vibrant
Antonyms
STRONG
inactive
NOUN
absenteeism
Synonyms
STRONG
absence defection desertion truancy
Antonyms
WEAK
attendance presence
NOUN
jump
Synonyms
STRONGEST
bounce dive drop fall hurdle plunge rise upsurge vault
STRONG
bob bound buck canter caper capriole dance gambol hop hopping jerk jolt leapfrog leapfrogging leaping lurch nosedive plummet pounce saltation shock skip spring start swerve twitch wrench
WEAK
gambade upspring
NOUN
truancy
Synonyms
STRONG
AWOL cut cutting hooky
WEAK
absent without leave truantry

Example Sentences

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Clinicians, mayors and advocates documented the outcomes: families skipping meals, children experiencing developmental harm and older adults facing worsening health conditions.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

But Josh Youngblood, an enrolled agent in Dallas, said he’s heard from more clients this year who are curious about not filing a return and skipping their tax obligations.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

They are borrowing Costco memberships, cutting back on nights out and skipping road trips.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

A growing number of TSA agents have been skipping work because they’re missing out on paychecks.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 24, 2026

Lily is skipping next to me while Dad and Aunt Melissa trail behind, toting a cooler between them.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller