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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

jinking

/dʒɪŋkɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does jinking mean?

verb

To make a sudden change in direction, especially in order to avoid an opponent or obstacle. In sports, such as rugby or American football, to make a quick change in direction to evade a tackler.

Example

"The player jinked around the defender and made a break for the goal."

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