Impinge and Skim

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Impinge verb - To come into usually forceful contact with something.

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Skim is an antonym for impinge.

Nearby Words: impingement, impinging

Skim verb - To pass lightly across or touch gently especially in passing.

Usage example: her hand just barely skimmed the wall as she ran down the hallway

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Impinge is an antonym for skim.

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