STUTTER-STEPPING Synonyms: 10 Similar Words

stutter-stepping

verb

present participle of stutter-step

as in pump-faking

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The new Marvel series will see the hero grapple with his identity and humanity while evading a bounty hunter and reuniting with his son.

— Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2026
The suspects were booked into the Fort Worth City Jail and face charges of burglary of a building, evading arrest or detention, and criminal mischief, according to police records.

— Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Oct. 2026

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are being accused of playing royals on their own terms — and sidestepping the late Queen Elizabeth II's wishes in the process.

— Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 15 Oct. 2026
The Vikings stayed undefeated with more dominance by their defense and five field goals from Will Reichard, sidestepping their early passing game problems to beat the winless Miami Dolphins 15-10 on Sunday.

— ABC News, ABC News, 4 Oct. 2026

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Its model has Nvidia’s share of the other hyperscalers’ spending slipping from 18% in 2026 to 16% in 2027.

— Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 19 Oct. 2026
In the meantime, the strangers who are slipping into her home through the box have become her part-time companions, starting with Jason and Amanda and continuing with others like Leighton and Blair.

— Scott Tobias, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2026

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