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dunking

Pronunciation: [ˈdʌŋkɪŋ]

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Learn how to use dunking in a sentence: 12 audio examples across 4 meanings.

Context: “games”

(verb) to jump and score a point in basketball by putting the ball through the hoop with one or both hands. It’s a cool way to score that makes a loud noise when you do it.

Example

He dunked the ball during the game, impressing everyone in the crowd.

Example

She couldn't dunk the ball because she wasn't tall enough.

Example

Can you dunk the basketball like the professional players do?

Context: “food”

(verb) to put food, like a cookie or donut, into a drink, usually coffee or milk. This makes the food softer and tasty.

Example

I love dunking my cookies in milk after dinner.

Example

He didn't like dunking his sandwich in soup, so he ate it dry.

Example

Do you enjoy dunking your donuts in coffee?

Context: “games”

(noun) a jump in basketball where the player scores by putting the ball through the hoop. This move is very exciting and shows off a player’s skill.

Example

His dunk was the highlight of the game.

Example

There were no dunks during the last match, which made it less exciting.

Example

What was the best dunk you saw in the game?

Context: “food”

(noun) the action of putting food into a drink, like a cookie being dipped into milk. It's a fun way to eat snacks.

Example

Dunking is a fun part of snack time for many kids.

Example

She didn’t like dunking, so her chips stayed dry.

Example

What’s your favorite thing to use for dunking?

How to pronounce dunking

Pronunciation: [ˈdʌŋkɪŋ]

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