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barging

Pronunciation: [ˈbɑrdʒɪŋ]

Word

Context: "movement"

(verb) to move quickly and suddenly into a place or group of people, often without asking or waiting. It's like when someone pushes through a crowd without saying 'excuse me.'

Example

She was barging into the room with a big smile on her face.

Example

He wasn't barging into the party; he politely waited for his turn.

Example

Why are you barging into the classroom without knocking?

Context: "social interaction"

(verb) to interrupt or join a conversation or situation in a way that is not polite. Imagine you're talking to your friends and someone suddenly jumps in without being invited.

Example

He started barging into the conversation with his ideas.

Example

She didn't go barging into their discussion, understanding it wasn't the right time.

Example

Do you think it's okay to be barging into other people's conversations?

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