Phrase guide

bounce around

verb · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To discuss or brainstorm (ideas) on a topic.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • We bounced around some suggestions in-house and then workshopped the best ones afterward.
  • We bounced some ideas around but didn't take it any further.

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Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

Synonym of jump around.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: intransitive

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: jump around

Antonyms: none provided

3

verb

Meaning 3

To switch between jobs, locations and other situations often.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: figuratively, intransitive

Examples

  • He was a grinder operator for years. He bounced around for a while because the small shops kept going under.

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Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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