Definition of "dodge"

Kid-friendly meaning of dodge, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "dodge" mean?

dodge (verb) — to quickly move out of the way of something.

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Example sentences using "dodge"

Grade K–2
Dodge the ball!
Grade 3–5
I had to dodge two players to keep the ball during the rough game.
Grade 6–8
The hardest skill in dodgeball is not throwing hard but watching every opponent at once, since one ball whizzing past your head usually means another is already incoming.

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