- present participle of wave.
waving
Example Sentences
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Hassan drew praise in Gaza after waving a Palestinian flag on the pitch following Egypt's victory over Australia and dedicating the win to the Palestinian people.
From Barron's ● Jul. 10, 2026
Two days later, Madonna reposted AI fan edits of herself atop the Empire State Building’s spire, waving a “Confessions II” banner.
From Salon ● Jul. 8, 2026
They also carry the photo of the princess waving in "royal blue".
From BBC ● Jul. 3, 2026
The Goddess of Liberty points to a hopeful future while clutching a waving flag in the weathervane, possibly made by Cushing & White, dated to 1865-75.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 3, 2026
I picked up the pail by the wire handle and ducked out the doorway, waving my other hand so they could see me across the field.
From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff
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