Coast (Verb)
Meaning
Move effortlessly; by force of gravity.
Classification
Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
Examples
- The sled coasts down the hill, picking up speed as it goes.
- The bike coasts down the long descent, its wheels spinning rapidly.
- The marble coasts across the floor, coming to rest against the wall.
- The skateboard coasts down the highway, the rider feeling a rush of exhilaration.
- The kayak coasts across the calm lake, its motion almost effortless.