1
as in yanking
to move or cause to move with a sharp quick motion
the car bucked and stalled
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2
as in resisting
to refuse to give in to
bucked the trend to outdo everyone else and just wore the same clothes they had in previous years
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as in handing
to shift possession of (something) from one person to another
buck each box to the next person in line, and the last person will stack them in the storeroom
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Recent Examples of bucking
Republican members who spoke to The Hill view Roy’s bid as a long shot, given his numerous instances of bucking GOP leadership on the House floor and in public comments.
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Emily Brooks, The Hill, 16 Dec. 2024
While much of the luxury market has faltered in recent years, Hermès is still going strong, bucking the downward trends that other groups have faced.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 12 Dec. 2024
There are some countries bucking the trend, however, with a skyrocketing population surge forecast for Africa.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
While some companies are bucking that trend by successfully growing their DEI teams with fully functional departments, metrics and annual reports, their victories represent individual battles against the larger cultural war in America.
—Doug Melville, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
Shares of BlackRock , the world’s biggest asset manager, dipped Wednesday, bucking the rally in financials.
—Matthew J. Belvedere, CNBC, 6 Nov. 2024
Prince William isn’t completely bucking royal tradition by not wearing a wedding band — his grandfather Prince Philip, married to Queen Elizabeth for 73 years before his death in April 2021, didn’t wear a wedding band.
—Rachel Burchfield, People.com, 16 Oct. 2024
Excited to put their best foot forward, guests show up in their own expressions of beauty for a day of amplifying young voices and bucking against societal standards.
—Essence, 10 Oct. 2024
Nvidia rose more than 1% Thursday, bucking the flat broader market.
—Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 10 Oct. 2024
Emily Brooks, The Hill, 16 Dec. 2024
While much of the luxury market has faltered in recent years, Hermès is still going strong, bucking the downward trends that other groups have faced.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 12 Dec. 2024
There are some countries bucking the trend, however, with a skyrocketing population surge forecast for Africa.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
While some companies are bucking that trend by successfully growing their DEI teams with fully functional departments, metrics and annual reports, their victories represent individual battles against the larger cultural war in America.
—Doug Melville, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
Shares of BlackRock , the world’s biggest asset manager, dipped Wednesday, bucking the rally in financials.
—Matthew J. Belvedere, CNBC, 6 Nov. 2024
Prince William isn’t completely bucking royal tradition by not wearing a wedding band — his grandfather Prince Philip, married to Queen Elizabeth for 73 years before his death in April 2021, didn’t wear a wedding band.
—Rachel Burchfield, People.com, 16 Oct. 2024
Excited to put their best foot forward, guests show up in their own expressions of beauty for a day of amplifying young voices and bucking against societal standards.
—Essence, 10 Oct. 2024
Nvidia rose more than 1% Thursday, bucking the flat broader market.
—Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 10 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bucking
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He was arrested again in 2016, during his four-year probation term, for shoplifting from a local Walmart and resisting security and was sent back to prison.Shirsho Dasgupta, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2025
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The result of a complex physical and chemical treatment process, the finish gets its name for its ceramic-like feel and matte finish while resisting scratches and scuffs.Brian Westover, PCMAG, 8 Jan. 2025
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But the Packers drafted him in the first round and gave him a few years to sit behind Aaron Rodgers before handing Love the keys.Jeff Howe, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
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There are also plenty of trade possibilities should the Twins decide to avoid handing the job to Miranda.Aaron Gleeman, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
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Conley is struggling with his shot again the past couple of games and at times looks overwhelmed by opposing size and athleticism.Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 5 Jan. 2025
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Then inside the meeting, parents and opposing activists gave impassioned speeches on their thoughts on the situation, with multiple speakers yelling in hysterical tones.Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 4 Jan. 2025
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The Tigers won’t be an easy matchup for Baylor’s defense, which was 11th among Big 12 teams in passing yards allowed per game.Dan Santaromita, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
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Since Eddie Howe’s arrival during the 2021-22 season, Newcastle’s main attacking threat has come from the flanks, where the team’s passing combinations aim to put the full-back in a crossing position, find the winger behind the defence, or allow the midfielder to penetrate the opponent’s lines.Ahmed Walid, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
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Goldy still has one of those markers - excessive pulling - sitting unused in front of him.Tony Blengino, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
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The Thunder trailed by 16 in the first half before pulling within 52-48 at halftime.Austin Knoblauch, Los Angeles Times, 3 Jan. 2025
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“Bucking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bucking. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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