- present participle of explore.
exploring
Example Sentences
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But scientists are now exploring a more complex possibility: dark matter particles may also interact through a hidden force of their own.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 2, 2026
It was also exploring more drastic ways to shore up its finances.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026
Some are cutting back on other expenses or exploring side hustles.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 31, 2026
Chevron executives spoke of such alternatives to Hormuz, as the company has been exploring being one of the investors in the construction of a pipeline to connect Iraq’s oil fields to the Syrian coast.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 31, 2026
There are other mornings when you wake up thinking that it’s a great day for exploring and by afternoon, you wished the thought hadn’t even crossed your mind.
From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el
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