- present participle of witness.
witnessing
Example Sentences
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“We are witnessing one of the most dynamic moments in modern construction history,” Leslie Duke, CEO of engineering, architecture and construction company Burns & McDonnell, wrote in an email.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 10, 2026
“Whitaker isn’t witnessing any of what’s going on with Robby,” Howell says.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 2026
But the country is also witnessing a widening wealth gap.
From Barron's ● Aug. 4, 2026
At its best, the performing arts create a space for shared witnessing.
From Salon ● Jul. 30, 2026
“It’s happening. Were finally witnessing something more painful than Nick’s bar mitzvah.”
From "Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda" by Becky Albertalli
