- present participle of refer.
referring
Example Sentences
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Unitree’s humanoid robots can walk, run and climb and “can imitate & reinforce the learning drive” said the company, referring to algorithms that train the robot’s artificial intelligence as it undertakes tasks.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 19, 2026
"A lot of it was real Dr Strangelove stuff," says Little, referring to discussions around bunker-building during President Ronald Reagan's administration.
From BBC ● Aug. 18, 2026
The committee can take a wide range of actions if it substantiates the allegations in an investigation, including recommending that a member be reprimanded, censured or removed, or referring the conduct to the U.S.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 17, 2026
He was referring to the rules around the Sado Estuary Nature Reserve, a protected area around Comporta.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 17, 2026
And I could have been referring to so many things.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
