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Lope

usgb/ləʊp/Volume
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Energetic MovementPlay
Used to describe an energetic and effortless way of moving that covers ground quickly. SlideThe horse would lope over the open fields with ease.
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Casual SpeedPlay
Expresses a casual form of running, faster than a jog but not a full sprint. SlideDuring the hike, she would occasionally lope to catch up with friends.
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Irregular UsagePlay
Not commonly used; may sound poetic or old-fashioned in contemporary contexts. SlideThe child watched the deer lope across the meadow in the early morning.