- present participle of refer.
referring
Example Sentences
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“The best way to do things is not to become small,” Sheinbaum said, referring to Mexico’s relationship with the U.S.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
Tumlin was referring to a ruling by an administrative immigration court that was published Thursday.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
“The girl that reported that did not know what she was talking about,” he said, referring to the local Knox News.
From Slate ● Aug. 14, 2026
"My wife went when I was stuck in a mini camp so I didn't get my opportunity to go then," he said referring to Swift as his wife publicly for the first time.
From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2026
“But which kid are you referring to, specifically? This park is full of kids.”
From "Maybe He Just Likes You" by Barbara Dee
