Synonyms for

Dunking

Verb / ˈdʌˈŋkɪŋ / Another word for dunking — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Dunking refers to the act of forcefully putting a basketball through the hoop by jumping and pushing the ball down into it.

Synonyms & similar words

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Example sentences

  1. He showed off his dunking skills at the basketball game.
  2. She practiced dunking the ball every day.
  3. The crowd cheered as he made a perfect dunking.
  4. He amazed everyone with his powerful dunking.
  5. Dunking the ball requires strength and agility.

Quotes

  • Basketball is a beautiful game when the five players on the court play with one heartbeat, and that heartbeat is unselfishness and sacrifice for the team. - Gregg Popovich
  • I've missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I've lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I've been trusted to take the game-winning shot and missed. I've failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed. - Michael Jordan
  • The invention of basketball was not an accident. It was developed to meet a need. Those boys simply would not play 'Drop the Handkerchief.' - James Naismith

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