bucked

[US]/bʌkt/
[UK]/buktd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

vto kick or move suddenly backwards and upwards
adj.feeling excited or energetic

Phrases & Collocations

bucked the trend

bucked up

bucked off

bucked against

bucked the system

bucked the odds

bucked the rules

bucked the expectations

bucked the norm

Example Sentences

he bucked the trend by choosing to work remotely.

she bucked the system and started her own business.

the horse bucked when the rider tried to mount.

they bucked the competition with their innovative product.

he bucked the odds and finished the race.

she bucked expectations by winning the award.

the team bucked their losing streak with a big win.

he bucked up and faced his fears head-on.

the child bucked in excitement at the amusement park.

she bucked the advice of her friends and followed her heart.

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