- present participle of reciprocate.
reciprocating
Example Sentences
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With gas turbines in short supply, hyperscalers are turning to reciprocating engines that are smaller, less efficient, more emissions-heavy—but available.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 2, 2026
Compared with turbines, reciprocating engines tend to be smaller, less efficient, more emissions heavy and require more frequent maintenance.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 1, 2026
That includes gas-fired reciprocating engines, which are large internal combustion engines fed by natural gas that can provide on-site power.
From Barron's ● Jan. 29, 2026
Venezuela said it would be reciprocating by sending a delegation to Washington.
From Barron's ● Jan. 9, 2026
In the driveway there are hugs and kisses good-bye, initiated by Maxine, his parents reciprocating clumsily.
From "The Namesake" by Jhumpa Lahiri
