- present participle of describe.
describing
Example Sentences
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Describing the former Greater Manchester Mayor as the "incoming prime minister", the paper says he will set out "his stall to boost economy through devolution".
From BBC • Jun. 28, 2026
Describing himself as a “Caribbean baby,” he explains that the ocean waves have a hypnotic effect on him.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 16, 2026
Describing the competitor's mentality, physio Rafael Maymo says: "I think he likes to suffer, with the intention of overcoming that suffering."
From BBC • May 29, 2026
Describing her style as “Moroccan and rustic with a bit of modern elegance,” she told People, “I love to mix and match various styles to form one cohesive look in my home.”
From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026
Describing the Americans killed and wounded by the troops at Lexington and Concord as “murdered,” he was the victim of a Government prosecution for libel, and was imprisoned for twelve months and fined £200.
From The Brighton Road The Classic Highway to the South by Harper, Charles G. (Charles George)