thumbing

[US]/[θʌmɪŋ]/
[UK]/[ˈθʌmɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.To turn the pages of a book with the thumb.; To hitchhike; to stand by the side of the road with the thumb extended.
adj.Relating to or involving the thumb.

Phrases & Collocations

thumbing a ride

thumbing through

thumbing pages

thumbing a book

thumbing past

thumbing around

thumbing through files

thumbing the phone

thumbing a signal

thumbing the channel

Example Sentences

he was thumbing through an old photo album, reminiscing about the past.

she was thumbing through the magazine while waiting for her appointment.

the student was thumbing through the textbook for key information.

i enjoy thumbing through antique books in the bookstore.

he was thumbing through the newspaper, looking for the sports section.

she was thumbing through the menu, deciding what to order.

the researcher was thumbing through scientific articles for relevant data.

he was thumbing through the catalog, searching for a specific item.

she was thumbing through the files on her computer, trying to find the report.

the child was thumbing through a picture book, captivated by the illustrations.

he was thumbing through the options on the website, comparing prices.

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