- present participle of brim.
brimming
Example Sentences
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Her eyes started brimming with tears during the final question, revealing that her last sob session occurred just that morning.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 6, 2026
But its overall effect is sweetly understanding and brimming with respect for human miscues under strain.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026
Lebanon is brimming with archaeological finds showcasing its rich history over thousands of years, from the Phoenician, Persian, Roman and Byzantine periods, the Crusades, and Arab and Islamic sultanates and empires.
From Barron's ● Aug. 29, 2026
A gripping finale at Royal Lytham & St Annes was brimming with drama, magic and misfortune - particularly on the crucial 18th hole.
From BBC ● Aug. 2, 2026
“Liked her?” said Slughorn, his eyes brimming with tears once more.
From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling
