- present participle of praise.
praising
Example Sentences
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While Vance was praising a technical framework designed to facilitate a regional ceasefire, the president was threatening the total annihilation of his negotiating partners, completely undermining his vice president’s diplomatic messaging.
From Salon • Jun. 22, 2026
The president softened his tone Friday, telling reporters that Israel and the U.S. fought well together and praising Netanyahu.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 20, 2026
"This is considered the world's most luxurious plane," Trump said at a speech inside the plane's hangar, praising the gulf emirate for being "so nice and providing" it.
From Barron's • Jun. 19, 2026
On Goodreads, reviewers were divided, with some praising the book as “brave and necessary” and others writing that “something seems fishy.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2026
I could hear voices praising a steaming dark soup brought to- the table, voices murmuring politely, “Ching! Ching/”—Please, eat!
From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan
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