Dunk and Jump

Dunk

Dunk noun - A basketball shot in which the basketball is propelled downward into the basket.
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Jump and dunk are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Jump" instead a noun "Dunk".

Jump

Jump noun - An act of leaping into the air.

Dunk and jump are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Dunk" instead a noun "Jump".

Nearby Words: jumpy, jumped, jumping, jumper

Both words in one sentence

  • Wilt would therefore jump right before reaching the line and dunk his free throws.
  • Series / Parks and Recreation And when local basketball legend Pistol Pete actually shows up and is willing to do his slam-dunk, he obviously slips when he tries to jump and breaks his arm.
  • Simple, yet Awesome Jump into space and slam-dunk a miniature star on them?
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