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perishing

[per-i-shing] / ˈpɛr ɪ ʃɪŋ /












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They looked absolutely freezing, which was not a surprise as it was a perishing January night in Lancashire.

From BBC

Although Alice never ran the risk of actually perishing in Wonderland, Arisu is another matter because of the very nature of the Borderland and how you gain entry through a near-death experience.

From Salon

All that’s clear is massive landmarks are perishing and that you need to run.

From Salon

The result is now plain to see: dozens of families destroyed, in the cruelest way, with loved ones perishing in flames.

From Washington Post

Having escaped crush injury, those trapped then find that good fortune and ingenuity often spell the difference between perishing and making it out alive.

From Los Angeles Times