- present participle of rub.
rubbing
Example Sentences
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Rubbing his head in frustration on the touchline, Guardiola seemed especially vexed by Abdukodir Khusanov's leaden-footed attempt to close down Grimaldo prior to the goal.
From Barron's • Nov. 25, 2025
Rubbing it in, fans then sung in praise of Postecoglou's predecessor Nuno Espirito Santo, who is now with West Ham.
From BBC • Oct. 2, 2025
Rubbing the balloon on the carpet creates an electric charge, which produces an electric field that tugs on your hair when you hold the balloon up to your head.
From Science Magazine • May 20, 2024
"If you bump your hand, instinctively, you rub it. Rubbing increases blood flow, stimulates sensory nerves, and sends a signal to your brain that masks the pain," Christopoulos said.
From Science Daily • Mar. 7, 2024
Rubbing his bruised jaw again, Salvador only nodded as Lupita fell into stride beside him, and they once more started on their way northward.
From "Lupita Mañana" by Patricia Beatty
Vocabulary lists containing rubbing
Visual Arts - Introductory
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Visual Arts - High School
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Visual Arts - Middle School
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