- present participle of recognize.
recognizing
Example Sentences
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If you’re under 59½ years old, the 10% early withdrawal penalty applies to the cost basis you’re recognizing, though not to the appreciation.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 10, 2026
Carney needs to "think hard about his next move," Fagan argued, and ensure any new countermeasures are chosen strategically while recognizing Canada "is always going to be at a disadvantage."
From Barron's ● Sep. 9, 2026
Earlier research has already used expanded genetic alphabets to create synthetic DNA molecules capable of recognizing liver cancer cells.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 5, 2026
“Despite recognizing this science internally, they poured resources into a campaign of deception and obstruction to protect their profits,” she said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 26, 2026
For a second they stood quite still, wands directed at each other’s chests; then, recognizing each other, they stowed their wands beneath their cloaks and started walking briskly in the same direction.
From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling
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