- present participle of acknowledge.
acknowledging
Example Sentences
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Her caged parakeet in the upper corner stares back at us, acknowledging our voyeurism.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
"Enlargement is for us a geostrategic imperative, as well as a long-term investment in our peace, our stability and our security," von der Leyen said, acknowledging that the accession process had to "become more dynamic".
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
“We therefore remain constructive on global equities for now, while acknowledging that warning signs are rising.”
From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026
While acknowledging that proof of alien life could dramatically alter society, he argued the impact could ultimately be positive.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
So instead of acknowledging applause, I stand there unmoving while they take part in the boldest form of dissent they can manage.
From "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins
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