stomping

word · lemma: stomp

Definition

The act of bringing your foot down very hard on the ground, often to make noise, show anger, or dance.

Usage & Nuances

Usually informal. Commonly found in contexts like 'stomping feet' (making noise or showing emotion), or 'stomping ground' (a place someone visits often, as a noun). Not to be confused with 'stamping' (which can mean both forceful and official marking or action).

Example Sentences

She was stomping around her room because she lost her phone.

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The children were stomping on the floor upstairs.

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I heard someone stomping in the hallway.

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Stop stomping your feet when you're angry.

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The band got the whole crowd stomping to the music.

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He came stomping into the kitchen after his team lost.

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