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bucking

/ˈbʌkɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does bucking mean?

verb

to resist or refuse to be controlled or guided, especially in a violent or uncontrolled way. to move or jump violently, especially in a way that is difficult to control.

Example

"The horse began bucking wildly as it was ridden."

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