Bolt and Mope

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Bolt verb - To move suddenly and sharply (as in surprise).

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Mope is an antonym for bolt.

Nearby Words: bolted, bolter, bolting

Mope verb - To move or act slowly.

Usage example: we were in a rush, and the Sunday driver in front of us was just moping along

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Bolt is an antonym for mope.

Nearby Words: moping, moped

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