bouncing

[ˈbaʊnsɪŋ]

bouncing Definition

  • 1moving up and down repeatedly while hitting a surface, typically the ground
  • 2ejecting someone or something forcefully from a place

Using bouncing: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "bouncing" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The ball is bouncing on the floor.

  • Example

    She was bouncing a ball against the wall.

  • Example

    The baby was bouncing up and down in her crib.

  • Example

    The bouncer bounced the troublemaker from the club.

  • Example

    The landlord bounced the tenant for not paying rent.

bouncing Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for bouncing

Phrases with bouncing

  • to recover quickly from a difficult situation or setback

    Example

    After losing his job, he was able to bounce back and find a new one within a month.

  • to share an idea or thought with someone to get their opinion or reaction

    Example

    I'm thinking of quitting my job, but I wanted to bounce it off you first.

  • to move from place to place without a clear destination or purpose

    Example

    After college, she bounced around Europe for a few months before settling down in London.

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Summary: bouncing in Brief

As an adjective, 'bouncing' [ˈbaʊnsɪŋ] describes something that moves up and down repeatedly while hitting a surface. It can also mean ejecting someone or something forcefully from a place. The phrase 'bounce back' means to recover quickly from a difficult situation or setback. 'Bounce off' means to share an idea or thought with someone to get their opinion or reaction. 'Bounce around' means to move from place to place without a clear destination or purpose.

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