treading

Example Sentences

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Some of the prattle can feel like treading water, a delaying tactic until the inevitable confrontation scene.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

And Alcoa’s stock was treading cheaply on a forward price/earnings basis.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

Bitcoin was treading water at around $70,000 early Friday.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

So far, research has found the impact of L-theanine on sleep to be modest, and academics the BBC spoke to advised treading with caution.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

Mama didn't like it when folks questioned her choices, and Miss Alice was treading dangerous ground.

From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland