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stomping

v.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈstɑmpɪŋ// UK //stˈɒmpɪŋ// stomp·ing

v. walking with very heavy, loud steps. You often do this when you are angry or trying to get someone's attention.

v. walking with heavy, forceful steps that produce a loud sound. Often indicates anger, determination, or a desire to be noticed.


SIMPLE

The angry child is stomping around the room.

CONTEXTUAL

I could hear my upstairs neighbor stomping across the floor early every morning.

COMPLEX

The protesters were stomping through the city center, their rhythmic footsteps echoing against the tall glass buildings as they chanted for reform.

Synonyms
Usage

Often used with directional prepositions like 'around', 'through', or 'across'.

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