zig zag
/ˈzɪɡzæɡ/
verb
- To move or proceed in a zig-zag pattern, turning sharply left and right alternately.
- The skier zig-zagged down the hill to control her speed.
- The drone zig-zagged across the field to avoid obstacles.
- We zig-zagged through the maze, trying to find the exit.
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noun
- A line or pattern that makes sharp turns in alternating directions, like a series of 'Z's.
- The mountain trail followed a zig-zag up the steep slope.
- The fabric had a colorful zig-zag pattern.
- She drew a zig-zag across the paper to represent lightning.
adjective
- Having or forming a zig-zag pattern; moving in sharp alternating turns.
- The zig-zag path through the garden was lined with flowers.
- She wore a scarf with a zig-zag design.
- The zig-zag road made the drive slow but scenic.
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adverb
- In a zig-zag manner; with sharp alternating turns.
- The lightning bolt moved zig-zag across the sky.
- The rabbit ran zig-zag to confuse the predator.
- They walked zig-zag through the crowd to avoid collisions.