How to Use jog in a Sentence

jog

1 of 2 verb
  • There’s the shots of them jogging to the starting point.
    Michael Schneider, Variety, 20 Sep. 2023
  • The next year, at the height of the pandemic, the rate jogged upward for the first time in decades to 9.3%.
    Marshall Ingwerson, The Christian Science Monitor, 22 Dec. 2023
  • Ohtani jogged back and forth from the dugout to the bullpen several times.
    Peter Abraham, BostonGlobe.com, 22 Mar. 2023
  • Over the course of an hour, Ms. Reiss jogged on each of the six treadmills for five to 10 minutes.
    John Otis, New York Times, 5 Apr. 2023
  • To jog your memory, a quick rundown of the plot: The year is 2154.
    Jamie Lauren Keiles, New York Times, 30 Nov. 2022
  • Find 15 minutes later in the day to jog up and down a flight of stairs a few times.
    Kat Eschner, Fortune, 27 July 2022
  • Dak takes a knee and the Cowboys jog to the locker room leading 20-7.
    Tim Cowlishaw, Dallas News, 29 Sep. 2021
  • The fall came when the runners were still jogging through the early laps.
    oregonlive, 6 July 2023
  • But Moustakas jogged to the bag to get just one out as Julks and Peña advanced.
    Sarah Valenzuela, Los Angeles Times, 15 July 2023
  • Curry and Green jogged up and down the court and did a couple sets of high-knees to stay loose.
    Danny Emerman, The Mercury News, 17 Mar. 2024
  • The team was jogging around the field when Linda Caicedo clutched her chest and fell to the field.
    Ryan Morik, Fox News, 28 July 2023
  • In Kabul, Frerichs jogged and did yoga to stay in shape.
    Michael Ames, The New Yorker, 8 Mar. 2023
  • And as far as fitness goes, Sheryl likes to jog and row.
    Olivia Evans, Women's Health, 31 May 2023
  • Yonatan’s partner, Maayan, jogged a loop that traced the Gaza border.
    Kevin Sieff, Washington Post, 7 Nov. 2023
  • Kim’s bodyguards jogged next to the black limousine that carried him through the city.
    Edward Wong and, BostonGlobe.com, 4 Sep. 2023
  • The last scene shows Hank catching up to Lily on her run, and then her jogging away from him.
    Dan Snierson, EW.com, 20 Mar. 2023
  • Here's the submission form, and the full list of posts to jog your memory.
    Ed Yong, Discover Magazine, 29 Sep. 2011
  • Cunningham was on the ground for a few moments but was able to jog to the locker room.
    Evan Frank, The Courier-Journal, 12 Nov. 2022
  • Xander Bogaerts did not swing, tossed his bat aside and jogged to first base.
    Nick Piecoro, The Arizona Republic, 22 Apr. 2023
  • So, to help jog your memory, Vogue has rounded up the best memes of 2023.
    Abrigail Williams, Vogue, 6 Nov. 2023
  • Later that same day, a man who was jogging in the same area was bitten.
    Stephen Sorace, Fox News, 12 Dec. 2023
  • Visitors can walk, ride bikes, take their dogs and jog there.
    Elisha Anderson, Detroit Free Press, 30 Oct. 2021
  • The event is timed, so people often jog or power walk from flag to flag.
    Melanie Radzicki McManus, CNN, 6 Jan. 2022
  • When the final whistle sounded, Stoney jogged to the 15-year-old Barcenas, hugged her and gave her a pep talk.
    Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 June 2023
  • Imagine a fish trying to jog, or a horse lifting weights.
    Popular Science, 9 June 2020
  • Made with bumpy terrain and a runner’s comfort in mind, jogging strollers are the safest way to take your kids along for the ride.
    Jessica Booth, Parents, 23 Aug. 2023
  • Tagovailoa got up, shook his head, and tried to jog up the field for the next play, but lost his balance and stumbled.
    Safid Deen, USA TODAY, 26 Sep. 2022
  • That evening’s crime spree included the brutal rape of a woman jogging in the park.
    Nr Editors, National Review, 2 Feb. 2024
  • After his fifth triple, which came off a no-look, between-the-legs pass from Steph Curry, Green flexed both his arms while jogging back.
    Danny Emerman, The Mercury News, 9 Apr. 2024
  • Stroll, bike, or jog while scouting for dolphins and rays along Bayshore Boulevard or the Tampa Riverwalk.
    Terry Ward, Travel + Leisure, 25 Feb. 2024
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jog

2 of 2 noun
  • Smither failed to return from a morning jog in Friendswood in April 1997.
    Chron, 29 June 2022
  • For some people, going for a jog is the highlight of their day.
    Gabrielle Kassel, Men's Health, 25 Oct. 2022
  • Use curves, jogs, steps, or ramps if the entry is steeper.
    Viveka Neveln, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Feb. 2023
  • As the beat picks up, the dancer quickens their steps to a jog — but seemingly slips on stage.
    Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2024
  • Both bullpens got some exercise with a quick jog to the infield and a slow walk back.
    Paul Sullivan, chicagotribune.com, 21 Apr. 2021
  • At one point, Tár goes on a jog through a park and hears a woman screaming for her life in the distance.
    K. Austin Collins, Rolling Stone, 8 Oct. 2022
  • Moments before that, a runner with a man bun stopped in the middle of his jog to snap a shot.
    Katie Toussaint, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • For example, by going for a walk, a jog or a bike ride.
    Dina Kaur, The Arizona Republic, 1 July 2023
  • This isn’t a jog around the park — no one feels better after playing an NFL game.
    Dieter Kurtenbach, The Mercury News, 3 Jan. 2024
  • Dry shampoo and a Dyson Airwrap do not work for most Black folks after a six-mile jog through the park.
    Addis Fouche, Glamour, 24 Feb. 2022
  • These shoes are great for daily jogs, walks, and other forms of running.
    Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 22 Feb. 2023
  • His day might then include a jog around the lake, or perhaps a game of pickleball.
    Elizabeth Wagmeister, Variety, 21 Sep. 2023
  • On a recent day, Ana Luiza dos Santos halted her jog to sit on the sidewalk and watch one of the feeds from the fashion show.
    David Biller and Mauricio Savarese, Star Tribune, 8 Nov. 2020
  • As Ballew went into a euro-step, Bedgood’s half-hearted jogs back up the court slowed to a halt.
    Luca Evans, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2023
  • That’s okay, the Session Tee can handle a short jog or a few dumbbell curls equally as well.
    Joe Niehaus, Travel + Leisure, 13 Nov. 2023
  • On the day of the Emmy nominations, Seth Meyers left his phone at home and set out for a jog — alone, save for his thoughts.
    Seija Rankin, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Aug. 2022
  • That's plenty adequate for a decent walk or even a slow jog—your call.
    Men's Health, 16 Feb. 2023
  • Use curves, jogs, or steps only where there is a reason, not just to meander.
    Viveka Neveln, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Feb. 2023
  • Young’s touchdown run was about as casual of a scoring jog can look.
    Michael Casagrande | McAsagrande@al.com, al, 4 Sep. 2022
  • Two days later -- 74 days after Arbery was killed while on a jog -- arrests were made.
    Arkansas Online, 27 Nov. 2021
  • Check them out for your next jog or wear them under your jeans during colder winter days.
    Daisy Maldonado, SELF, 13 Dec. 2022
  • Your dog never has to miss out on a jog with Pet Gear's stroller, which uses 12-inch tires, shock absorbers, and rear brakes to ensure a safe ride for your pet.
    Lizz Schumer, Woman's Day, 12 May 2022
  • Arbery was on a jog — something he was known to do, according to those who knew him — when the McMichaels grabbed their guns and pursued Arbery.
    Aditi Sangal, CNN, 24 Nov. 2021
  • So a better alternative might be to forget the gadgets, and go for a jog in the mountains instead.
    Smriti Rao, Discover Magazine, 19 Feb. 2010
  • Hit the gym in style with this Neer Jacket Set that is perfect for a morning jog or intense yoga session.
    Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 19 Oct. 2023
  • These are beginner-friendly and can take you through short jogs, harder paces, and longer shakeouts.
    Hannah Dylan Pasternak, SELF, 15 Aug. 2023
  • That means besides feeling like a cozy blanket as pants, these sweats are also great for jogs or just lounging around.
    Maverick Li, Men's Health, 3 Aug. 2023
  • On this day one year ago, Ahmaud Arbery, a 25-year-old Black man, was killed by two white men while out for a jog in his neighborhood in Georgia.
    Elly Belle, refinery29.com, 23 Feb. 2021
  • The nursing student had been out for a jog by herself, and now Spicka was worried about her sister, who loved to run solo.
    Danielle Paquette, Washington Post, 29 Feb. 2024
  • If taking a swim class at your local YMCA or going on a long jog is too much of a time commitment right now, take heart.
    Regan Stephens, PEOPLE.com, 8 Oct. 2021

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