caprioling

present participle of capriole

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for caprioling
Verb
  • The Connecticut Conference of Municipalities recently launched a campaign attacking the governor for allowing the state’s overreliance on property taxes to worsen and for seeking to slash summer work programs that assist the state’s troubled youths.
    Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 15 Mar. 2025
  • The early glimpses show a player with real potential in the attacking third, capable of thriving in transition and striking well at goal.
    Patrick Boyland, The Athletic, 14 Mar. 2025
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 22 Apr. 2025.

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