bob
Third Person
bobs
Present Participle
bobbing
Past Tense
bobbed
Past Participle
bobbed
1
to cut one's hair shorter, typically at jaw-level or above
transitive
- She decided to bob her hair for a fresh and modern look, opting for a sleek and stylish appearance.
- The actress bobbed her hair to better suit the role of a trendsetting character in the movie.
- After years of having long locks, she made a bold choice to bob her hair for a more sophisticated image.
- The hairstylist suggested bobbing the client's hair to accentuate her facial features and create a youthful vibe.
- In preparation for summer, she visited the salon to bob her hair, embracing the lighter and breezier style.
2
to move or oscillate in a quick, short, and repetitive manner, often in an up-and-down motion
- As the corked bottle floated downstream, it bobbed with the current of the river.
- The fishing float bobbed in the water, indicating a potential catch to the angler.
- The child's balloon bobbed in the air, tethered to their wrist by a string.
- The boat bobbed gently in the harbor, riding the swells created by passing ships.
- The floating leaves bobbed on the surface of the pond, carried by the slight current.
3
to make a quick and short dipping movement, typically with the upper part of the body, as a gesture of respect or acknowledgment
- As a sign of gratitude, she bobbed briefly after receiving the compliment.
- Upon entering the room, the performer bobbed to the audience before taking a seat.
- The young girl bobbed in front of her ballet teacher as a demonstration of her appreciation.
- During the ceremony, the participants were instructed to bob in unison as a gesture of unity.
- The courtiers would bob respectfully when the royal procession passed by.
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