- present participle of name.
naming
Example Sentences
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Naming a leader who comes from a product and hardware background may allow Apple to emerge from a constant criticism of Cook's tenure, that it was no longer innovative enough.
From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026
Naming things accurately was understood as a form of accountability.
From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026
Naming CrowdStrike a “Top Pick” in software, Morgan Stanley said the company is well-positioned to gain market share in a crowded category.
From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026
Naming a new CEO seemed to provide the jolt the company needed, as it came about two weeks after the stock had closed at a 30-year low.
From MarketWatch • Nov. 25, 2025
The audience applause, which was enthusiastic at each Naming, rose in an exuberant swell when one parental pair, glowing with pride, took a male newchild and heard him named Caleb.
From "The Giver" by Lois Lowry
