- present participle of recognize.
recognizing
Example Sentences
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Afterwards, Burgos was early in recognizing that attempts to defeat Mamdani in the general election were likely futile.
From Salon • Jun. 13, 2026
“We applaud the Senate and Assembly for recognizing counties’ concerns and rejecting this proposal,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
Just as important as recognizing interdisciplinary connections for herself was building a network of people who would vouch for her.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026
When nothing happened at midnight as 1999 turned over into 2000, many assumed the threat had been exaggerated — instead of recognizing that it had been successfully managed.
From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026
It’s supposed to help with recognizing unhealthy thought patterns and learning how to change them, but I don’t see how it can help me at all.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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