Skip through Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To move quickly from one part of something to another, especially when reading or watching, without paying close attention to everything.
Usage & Nuances
Informal and common with reading, watching videos, or listening. Often used with books, chapters, or scenes: 'skip through a book', 'skip through the boring parts'. Implies missing details to get a general idea or to find something specific.
Example Sentences
I like to skip through magazines and look at the pictures.
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She skipped through the boring parts of the movie.
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Can you skip through the introduction and go to chapter one?
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He just skipped through the training videos to save time.
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I sometimes skip through long articles to find the main points.
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We could just skip through the slides we’ve already seen.
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