courting

Example Sentences

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The Southern Africa nation has been courting Gulf states as it seeks to diversify an economy heavily reliant on diamonds, of which it is the world's leading producer by value.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

Until his death in 2015, Potter pushed at every boundary he saw, even when it meant courting controversy or costing him friendships and business deals.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Instead of courting major movie roles, the actor has instead focused his attentions on more independent projects while also building a family with Song, whom he met in 2014.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 20, 2026

Airwallex has been courting corporate clients with global customer bases across the U.K.,

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

“You didn’t. One of the advantages of courting the baker’s daughter is all the bread a man can eat.”

From "Chains" by Laurie Halse Anderson