as in energy
active strength of body or mind
he has surprising zip for a man his age
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as in to dart
to make an irregular series of quick, sudden movements
the fly zipped around the room, trying to find a way to the outside
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as in to speed
to proceed or move quickly
knowing that she was already late, she went zipping off to meet her next client
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Recent Examples of zip
Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 3 May 2025
This mini zip pouch sits in the middle of the strap on the Bodie, making your items easily accessible.
—Brenda Stolyar, Wired News, 2 May 2025
Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 15 May 2025
Several tours, like those offered by Kauaʻi Sea Tours, take folks aboard a catamaran, which zips through the ocean.
—Rachel Ng, AFAR Media, 7 May 2025
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Noun
That includes this compact jewelry box that has a zip closure to keep your necklaces, earrings, and other baubles secure, as well as little pockets and slots for organization.
—Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 3 May 2025
This mini zip pouch sits in the middle of the strap on the Bodie, making your items easily accessible.
—Brenda Stolyar, Wired News, 2 May 2025
Verb
Years ago Ervin could take a lunch break and zip around to a few spots in an hour.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 15 May 2025
Several tours, like those offered by Kauaʻi Sea Tours, take folks aboard a catamaran, which zips through the ocean.
—Rachel Ng, AFAR Media, 7 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for zip
Verb
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Think mountain towns that hum in winter and hibernate in summer (hello, ski resorts turned hiking paradises).—
Jordi Lippe-McGraw,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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Because the vagus nerve runs past the vocal cords, there’s some thought that humming could stimulate the vagus nerve (and therefore parasympathetic nervous system), which might offer calming effects, says Gordon-Elliott.—
Caroline C. Boyle,
USA Today,
18 May 2025
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But rather than a joyful but tranquil parade down the stage during the commencement ceremony, what happened instead was a high-speed foot chase, as Al Arab sprinted across the stage, clutching his baby boy, with a university police officer darting behind him.—
Alana Wise,
NPR,
22 May 2025
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Swallows inhabit some of these bluffs, darting after insects that flutter above the water.—
Alann B. Steen,
Outdoor Life,
21 May 2025
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Los Blancos sped up talks after their 4-3 defeat to Barcelona on May 11, which effectively ended hopes of retaining their La Liga title this season.—
James Horncastle,
New York Times,
17 May 2025
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There are already dozens of newsletters bringing educators up to speed on how to use it to help students learn.—
Ryan Craig,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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May 25, 2025 Read more: Pacers Legend Reveals Major Criticism for Tyrese Haliburton After Game 3 Loss Fans have been buzzing about the video and getting a good laugh out of it.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 May 2025
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This is an excellent time to set out for this buzzing city on Puget Sound.—
Bailey Berg,
AFAR Media,
27 May 2025
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Visitors can fish, swim, and paddle on Lake Shelby, see native flora and fauna at the Nature Center on Middle Lake, and flit around the Butterfly Garden east of Little Lake.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
15 Feb. 2025
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Just don’t get too set on a bedtime—the aurora borealis might surprise you by flitting across the sky on a cloudless night.—
Maggie Fuller,
AFAR Media,
23 Apr. 2025
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Snag a pair before the sale ends on May 26 at 8 a.m. Eastern, and hurry, because popular styles and sizes are sure to fly off the (virtual) shelves.—
Nicol Natale,
People.com,
23 May 2025
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Aunt Phoebe hurries the girls home — to their residences and to the Red Center — before any cloak-red blood gets spilled.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
13 May 2025
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Swallows inhabit some of these bluffs, darting after insects that flutter above the water.—
Alann B. Steen,
Outdoor Life,
21 May 2025
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Songbirds cried in the surrounding trees, and the girl’s heart fluttered with unspeakable sadness.—
Lizz Schumer,
People.com,
1 May 2025
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This puts it far ahead of current lock-on-target drone guidance in Ukraine which simply flies directly at the target.—
David Hambling,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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Washington left the event shortly after the screening began, having flown to France for the festival on his sole day off, portraying the titular role in Broadway's latest production of Othello.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
20 May 2025
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“Zip.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zip. Accessed 1 Jun. 2025.
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