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  • present participle of pierce.
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piercing

[peer-sing] / ˈpɪər sɪŋ /


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That disposition lurks behind his piercing hazel-green eyes, which seem to absorb every detail of the small coffeeshop and our fellow patrons, and it’s at the heart of how he moves through the world.

From Salon • May 15, 2026

Besides ear piercing, Claire's also lacked offerings like make-up lessons to entice people into stores.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

This minaudière from Schiaparelli features a gold-plated metal chain and rhinestone piercing, bringing the idea of a statement bag to levels unheard of.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

It blasted above the 50-week simple moving average starting with a bullish piercing line and engulfing candle in late February.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

Her last words ripped out of her in a wail, plaintive and piercing.

From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin




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