- present participle of associate.
associating
Example Sentences
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Beijing said it consistently abides by international rules and opposes “attempts to smear China by associating it with the conflict.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026
Ross’ popularity at the time of his death, along with his prolific output, translated into an afterlife associating him with kindness and encouragement.
From Salon ● May 2, 2026
Botstein has previously apologized for associating with Epstein, said he was unaware of the extent of his behavior and said he met with him to fundraise for the school.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 2, 2026
Clinton's spokesperson has said the photos are decades old and Clinton had stopped associating with Epstein before his crimes came to light.
From BBC ● Feb. 26, 2026
If Chaol spent so much time warning him about the dangers of associating with Celaena, what was he doing here in the middle of the night?
From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas
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