caprioling

present participle of capriole

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Verb
  • The inmate accused of fatally attacking prison guard Andrew Lansing on Christmas Day was issued a misconduct report in April for making threats, according to Lansing's brother and the prison guard union.
    Laura A. Bischoff, The Enquirer, 27 Dec. 2024
  • The two attacking players could only be registered once a unique loophole opened up via long-term injuries to center backs Andreas Christensen and Ronald Araujo was exploited by the Catalans.
    Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • One issue that is rarely mentioned involves the potential harsh blowback that heavy drinkers might experience when suddenly skipping alcohol for a full month.
    Lance Eliot, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
  • Evaluate which rooms need the most regular attention (skipping the places that aren't normally seen, like the guest room), and map out which cleaning tasks can be completed on a weekly or monthly basis.
    Linley Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • Republican members who spoke to The Hill view Roy’s bid as a long shot, given his numerous instances of bucking GOP leadership on the House floor and in public comments.
    Emily Brooks, The Hill, 16 Dec. 2024
  • While much of the luxury market has faltered in recent years, Hermès is still going strong, bucking the downward trends that other groups have faced.
    Tori Latham, Robb Report, 12 Dec. 2024
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“Caprioling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/caprioling. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.

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