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  • present participle of trace.
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tracing

[trey-sing] / ˈtreɪ sɪŋ /
















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By identifying where water enters the system and tracing how it moves, researchers can help managers pinpoint contamination sources and reduce the risk of future disruptions.

From Science Daily • Jun. 2, 2026

I pointed out that in the Connecticut case, investigators had been able to uncover the trafficking ring after tracing the gun to his shop.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

Authorities identified Spagnuolo by tracing an earlier $149,980 withdrawal from Polymarket to an account opened with his Italian government ID.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Thames Water is responsible for investigating leaks and tracing them through drainage networks.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

Amala’s eyes focused on the floor as if she were tracing patterns on it.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie




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