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joged

Grammar usage guide and real-world examples

USAGE SUMMARY

'joged' is not a correct word in written English.
If you mean "jogged," that is the proper spelling of the verb meaning to run at a moderate pace. For example, "I joged around the block this morning before work."

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The gamelan pelegongan is a virtuoso orchestra that accompanies legong dances, while the gamelan pejogedan is an orchestra of xylophones for dance (joged) and entertainment in the marketplace.

Ni Ketut Cenik, who was born in 1920 and is said to be the oldest dancer performing in Bali today, moved with determination through "Joged Pingitan," a stately solo she created for a temple festival.

Ms. Cenik will perform a favorite work, the Joged Pingitan, a sacred dance inspired by the female deity Ratu Magelung.

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Maddened by his entirely deserved punishment, Rijkaard was enveloped in red mist and, as he jogged past Völler to take up his position for Andy Brehme's free-kick, he spat in the German's carefully coiffured mullet.

Defoe jogs back to the midfield area to await Jasmin Hadanovic's goal-kick.

As they barrelled towards the crowd it looked less like a frenzied rampage than a slightly irritated jog.

I've had my jog, put the bins out, made dinner for the kids (a quite delightful mushroom risotto), and now I've got a glass of red beside me and I'm ready to go.

Yet football has been shown in studies to have the lowest rate of "perceived exertion" – a mere 3.9 out of 10 – lower than jogging and fitness training.

I will jog long distances on coastal paths in preference to the burn of a short, fast session.

The 1974 Oscars contained the single most 1974 moment in all of history; late-period David Niven refusing to be ruffled by the sight of a long-haired, moustachioed streaker jogging on stage and giving the peace sign.

Does a pop star get self-conscious while out jogging? Yeah, I don't need that.

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Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When referring to the act of running at a moderate pace, use the correct spelling: "jogged" (past tense) or "jogging" (present participle). If you're referring to a specific Balinese dance, confirm the spelling is "joged dance" and provide context to avoid confusion.

Common error

Avoid using the term "joged" when you mean the act of running at a moderate pace. Always double-check your spelling and use "jogged" or "jogging" depending on the intended tense.

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Linguistic Context

The term "joged" primarily functions as a noun or adjective when referring to a specific style of Balinese dance. Otherwise, it is a misspelling of "jogged" or "jogging", forms of the verb "jog."

Expression frequency: Rare

Frequent in

News & Media

33%

Encyclopedias

33%

Science

33%

Less common in

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Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "joged" is generally not a correct word in standard English. Ludwig AI indicates that it is likely a misspelling of "jogged" or "jogging", which refer to running at a moderate pace. The term does appear in the context of Balinese dance, but it is highly specific. When referring to running as an activity, make sure to use the correct spelling: "jogged" for past tense and "jogging" for continuous action. In the rare event that "joged" is the correct term, ensure sufficient context is provided to avoid confusion.

FAQs

What is the correct spelling, "joged", "jogged", or "jogging"?

"Joged" is not a standard English word referring to running. The correct terms are "jogged" (past tense) and "jogging" (present participle) for running at a moderate pace. If you are referring to a cultural dance, it could be valid, but it's very important to provide enough context.

When should I use "jogged" versus "jogging"?

Use "jogged" for past tense actions (e.g., "I jogged around the park yesterday") and "jogging" for continuous actions (e.g., "I enjoy jogging in the morning").

What does "joged" mean?

"Joged" is not a recognized word in standard English dictionaries. However, it appears to be related to a specific type of Balinese dance, but in this case it is better to use "joged dance".

What are some alternatives to saying "I went for a jog"?

You could say "I went for "a light run"", "I did some "light exercise"", or "I did some "gentle workout"".

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