fixing

[fik-sing] / ˈfɪk sɪŋ /

NOUN

repairing

Synonyms

STRONG

adapting adjusting adjustment arranging mending ordering repairing

Example Sentences

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"If a cancer cell is very good at fixing that damage, it can survive treatment and keep growing."

From Science Daily • May 17, 2026

The night before his first fitting, while fixing up the zipper, Vazquez tore a large hole in the shirt.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

In other words, older homes still need fixing, whether owners like it or not.

From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026

I don't see us fixing the goal difference even if we're mathematically level on points with Arsenal.

From BBC • May 4, 2026

“Will you help me with fixing up the room? You’re so good at interior design stuff.”

From "A Soft Place to Land" by Janae Marks