Hover

To stay in one place in the air, like when a helicopter or a hummingbird flaps its wings quickly but doesn't move forward.

Examples

• As the drone flew above the park, it began to hover, allowing us to capture the perfect picture of our picnic spread on the grass.
• During science class, we learned how hummingbirds can hover in mid-air while they feed on nectar from flowers, which is a fascinating ability in nature.
• When I play video games, my character can sometimes hover above the ground, which helps me avoid obstacles and reach hidden treasures in the game.

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