as in vigor
active strength of body or mind the cavalry officer's dash and enthusiasm inspired his men to follow him into battle
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as in to jog
to go at a pace faster than a walk one sprinter dashed to the finish line in record-breaking time
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as in to speed
to proceed or move quickly we dashed about in a panic, trying to get everything organized before the guests were scheduled to arrive
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as in to throw
to send through the air especially with a quick forward motion of the arm she dashed water in his face in an attempt to wake him up
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as in to splash
to wet or soil by striking with something liquid or mushy our clothes were dashed with the mud of passing cars
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as in to trouble
to make sad she's always dashed by the failure of her matchmaking efforts
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Recent Examples of dash
Cody Godwin, USA Today, 9 Apr. 2026 Authorities are asking anyone with cell phone, dash cam or surveillance footage, or additional information about the incident, to contact Durham Regional Police or submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers, according to the release. —Christina Coulter, PEOPLE, 8 Apr. 2026
ABC News, 18 Apr. 2026 So his sort of Hollywood hopes are, in that moment, dashed. —Mike Ryan, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dash
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Add a dash of grated parmesan, Italian seasoning and/or crushed red peppers. —Cody Godwin, USA Today, 9 Apr. 2026 Authorities are asking anyone with cell phone, dash cam or surveillance footage, or additional information about the incident, to contact Durham Regional Police or submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers, according to the release. —Christina Coulter, PEOPLE, 8 Apr. 2026
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For entrepreneurs and business owners across the island, life has become difficult as tourism plummeted and their hopes of selling cheaper goods to fellow Cubans dashed against the rocks of a vastly harder economic reality. —ABC News, 18 Apr. 2026 So his sort of Hollywood hopes are, in that moment, dashed. —Mike Ryan, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dash
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dash
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Instead, Becerra recited his resume with the vigor of someone rattling off his LinkedIn page.— Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
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While the bodegones are fading from the economic landscape, the vehicle dealership sector is emerging with vigor.— CNN Staff, CNN Money, 23 Apr. 2026
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When Darius Garland casually jogged into an uncontested 15-foot midrange jumper, Steve Kerr called timeout in disgust.— Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026
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Onyxia Delinois suffered severe brain injuries after a car struck her while jogging on Miramar Parkway near Southwest 184th Avenue on April 6, 2024, according to WTVJ.— Gabrielle Rockson, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
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In Michigan City along the lakefront, a new second track speeds up travel time to Chicago, and plans call for a $300 million luxury hotel and townhouse development to transform the city into a commuter and tourist destination.— Robert McCoppin, Chicago Tribune, 11 Apr. 2026
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The British Army and the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) have completed a multi-week test in Essex using drones, advanced sensors, and AI to speed up and make safer the hunt for deadly mines and munitions scattered on battlefields.— David Szondy April 11, New Atlas, 11 Apr. 2026
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The person throwing the bowling ball might not have intended a specific victim to be killed, or even knowingly planned to kill someone, but nonetheless did something that was obviously likely to cause serious harm.— Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 11 Apr. 2026
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Jane tries to give it a bit of meta humor, milking laughs from throwing money at Juicy and doing little jazz hands.— Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 11 Apr. 2026
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A lot of eyes are on Kylie Jenner, who is currently splashed across the cover of Vanity Fair with her face, breasts and derriere on full display.— Richard Johnson, New York Daily News, 19 Apr. 2026
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The sink is prone to splashing and will wash any oil and vinegar residue away in no time.— Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2026
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The second scenario which had troubled Democrats earlier this Spring is that the Democratic candidates continue splitting the vote, allowing Hilton and Republican Chad Bianco to advance.— Douglas Schoen, Oc Register, 17 Apr. 2026
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Most Americans are troubled by the belief that some wealthy people and corporations don’t pay their fair share of taxes, according to a Pew Research Center poll conducted in January.— Linley Sanders, Fortune, 14 Apr. 2026
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Just being able to be available every single day and also just bring energy and be a good clubhouse guy.— Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
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The ambiance and energy were incredible.— Tony Jones, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
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In the far reaches of Nebraska, at Fort Robinson State Park, visitors trot along on horseback.— Julia Sayers Gokhale, Midwest Living, 17 Apr. 2026
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Far from the mortal enemies they are destined to become, the pair become friends and combine sleuthing skills to try and solve a globe-trotting mystery that unfolds over the eight episodes.— Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 14 Apr. 2026
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“Dash.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/thesaurus/dash. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
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