- present participle of speak.
speaking
Example Sentences
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At home there has also been pushback against those who say speaking ill of the dead is un-African - as the topic of the tycoon's death is the trending topic in Zimbabwe these days.
From BBC ● Oct. 7, 2026
Quigley, bearded and burly but soft-edged with a deliberative way of speaking that can serve a range of emotions, is brilliant, and Patel balances him admirably.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 7, 2026
In a May 2 TikTok shared by journalist DeWayne Hamby, Brolin is seen speaking at a panel at the Atlanta Film Festival.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 7, 2026
Pike's lawyers said Tuesday that "against all odds" she was now "conscious, speaking, and continues to receive critical medical care."
From Barron's ● Oct. 7, 2026
“We don’t have the money now,” I admit, glancing quickly at Theo to make sure I’m speaking correctly—I can’t imagine he would carry this kind of money on his person.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
