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dashing

/ˈdæʃɪŋ/

VERB

1. Moving or running quickly

To run rapidly or move with great speed, usually over a short distance.

1.1. Running rapidly

Moving quickly on foot, often in a sudden burst of speed or over a short distance.

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Examples

  • She was dashing across the street to catch the bus.
  • The dog was dashing through the park after a squirrel.

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1.2. Departing quickly

Leaving or going away from a place in a hurry, often to reach another destination.

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  • He was dashing out of the office as soon as the meeting ended.
  • She was dashing home to prepare for the evening event.

Related Words

  • exiting
  • departing
  • withdrawing
  • escaping

VERB

2. Striking or throwing forcefully

To hit something violently or propel an object with considerable force.

2.1. Striking or crashing against something

Making forceful physical contact with an object or surface, often causing damage or a sudden impact.

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Examples

  • The waves were dashing against the rocks during the storm.
  • The vehicle came dashing into the barrier after losing control.

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2.2. Throwing or hurling forcefully

Propelling an object through the air or against a surface with considerable force.

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Examples

  • He was dashing the ball against the ground in frustration.
  • The storm was dashing branches against the windows.

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VERB

3. Sprinkling or splattering

To scatter or spread small amounts of liquid or another substance over a surface.

3.1. Splattering liquid

Scattering or spreading liquid in drops or splashes over a surface.

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  • splattering
  • splashing
  • spattering
  • spraying
  • sprinkling
  • bespattering
  • plashing

Examples

  • The passing car was dashing muddy water onto the sidewalk.
  • The waves were dashing spray across the rocks.

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VERB

4. Mixing or adulterating a substance

To alter a mixture by adding another substance, sometimes an inferior ingredient that reduces its quality or purity.

4.1. Adulterating or diluting a mixture

Adding another substance to a mixture to change its composition, especially by introducing an inferior or unwanted ingredient.

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  • purifying
  • refining

Examples

  • The supplier was accused of dashing the product with an inferior substance.
  • The manufacturer was dashing the mixture with cheaper ingredients.

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  • mixing
  • blending
  • combining
  • altering

VERB

5. Ruining hopes or discouraging someone

To destroy someone's hopes or expectations, or to cause someone to feel discouraged or sad.

5.1. Destroying hopes or dreams

Causing someone's hopes, dreams, ambitions, or expectations to fail or become impossible to achieve.

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  • ruining
  • destroying
  • shattering
  • crushing
  • wrecking
  • undoing
  • spoiling

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Examples

  • The unexpected cancellation was dashing their hopes of attending the concert.
  • The injury was dashing his dreams of becoming a professional athlete.

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5.2. Disheartening or saddening someone

Causing someone to feel discouraged, disappointed, distressed, or emotionally upset.

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  • The disappointing result was dashing the team's confidence.
  • The constant criticism was dashing her enthusiasm for the project.

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VERB

6. Completing or writing something hastily

To do, write, or finish something quickly, often with little time or attention to detail.

6.1. Writing or completing something quickly

Producing or finishing a piece of writing or a task in a short time, often without careful preparation.

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Examples

  • She was dashing off a quick email before leaving the office.
  • He was dashing down a few notes during the lecture.

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  • drafting
  • composing
  • writing
  • finishing

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7. Drawing or jotting quickly

To make quick marks, sketches, or brief written notes.

7.1. Making quick written or drawn marks

Producing brief lines, sketches, or notes rapidly without detailed attention.

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Examples

  • The artist was dashing a few lines onto the paper to outline the figure.
  • She was dashing a reminder into her notebook.

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NOUN

8. The act of moving or striking quickly

A rapid movement, sudden rush, or forceful action made by dashing.

8.1. A quick movement or sudden rush

A brief, rapid movement or burst of activity, often involving running or rushing toward a destination.

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  • His dashing toward the exit surprised everyone.
  • The sudden dashing of the horse startled the spectators.

Related Words

  • charge
  • lunge
  • surge
  • race

ADJECTIVE

9. Spirited and audacious

Having an energetic, bold, adventurous, and high-spirited character.

9.1. Bold and adventurous

Showing courage, confidence, daring, and a willingness to take risks or face challenges.

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Examples

  • The knight rode off on his dashing white steed to rescue the princess.
  • The actor played the role of a dashing hero in the movie.

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  • gallant
  • heroic
  • spirited
  • enterprising
  • swashbuckling

9.2. Lively and high-spirited

Displaying abundant energy, enthusiasm, confidence, and an animated or exuberant personality.

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  • His dashing personality made him the center of attention at the gathering.
  • She brought a dashing energy and confidence to the performance.

Related Words

  • brisk
  • buoyant
  • cheerful
  • enthusiastic
  • sprightly

ADJECTIVE

10. Chic and fashionable

Having an attractive, stylish, elegant, and confident appearance.

10.1. Stylish and elegant in appearance

Looking fashionable, attractive, and well-dressed, often in a way that conveys confidence and sophistication.

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  • The dashing young man caught everyone's attention as he entered the room.
  • She looked quite dashing in her elegant evening gown.
  • His dashing smile charmed everyone he met.

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