circling

Example Sentences

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The aircraft, which generally launch from a naval station in Jacksonville, Fla., have spent more than 150 hours circling the island since Feb. 4, based on the available flight-position data.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

It would also have been nice if, instead of circling notes like a drunken canary, Mr. Attmore had landed with a bit more frequency.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

When the BBC visited the site there were dozens of birds circling the piles of waste and no sign of an active investigation.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

Her mind keeps working, circling the same question that has followed her through every stage of her career.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

When I spotted Ms. Wardak circling back to my hallway, I made a quick decision: I’d go to the band room, but only if Ms. Fender was there.

From "Maybe He Just Likes You" by Barbara Dee