- present participle of tune.
tuning
Example Sentences
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Behind the scenes of soccer commentary: If you’ve been tuning in to the World Cup, you’ve probably been struck by the announcers’ uniquely energetic, passionate commentary.
From Slate ● Jul. 8, 2026
We’ve been tuning in on TV in record numbers and, even at exorbitant prices, helping to sell out our 70,000-some-capacity stadiums.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 28, 2026
The advance provides scientists with a new method for tuning quantum emitters, which are microscopic light sources that could play an important role in future technologies such as quantum computing, secure communications, and ultra-sensitive sensors.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 20, 2026
Whatever is in store for him next, Watson says he "definitely will" be tuning in, and it's likely many other fans will be following suit.
From BBC ● Jun. 1, 2026
In the Pythagorean system, all tuning is based on the interval of the pure fifth.
From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones
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