Definition of riggingnext

rigging

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verb

present participle of rig

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of rigging
Noun
Following a 2024 general election marred by allegations of widespread vote-rigging, the government led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has struggled to build momentum. Hasan Ali, Christian Science Monitor, 10 Aug. 2026 On Friday, Tench was arrested on 99 felony charges, which include 33 counts of bid-rigging, 33 of first-degree forgery and 33 of filing false documents. Caroline Silva, AJC.com, 30 July 2026
Verb
To cling to power by rigging the results of the midterms. Dick Durbin, Chicago Tribune, 28 June 2026 Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz are on unpaid leave while awaiting trial for allegedly rigging pitches. Geoff Clark Outkick, FOXNews.com, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for rigging
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rigging
Noun
  • The family has several immediate needs, including clothing, food, personal items and help with temporary living expenses, Sharp said.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 7 Sep. 2026
  • The craft show attracted more than 300 artisans displaying handmade items, artwork, home décor, clothing, jewelry and gifts throughout downtown Frankfort, including paintings, yard art, wood carvings, suncatchers, candles and caramel apples.
    Jim Dudlicek, Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Sectors that are building/equipping/powering data centers (construction, manufacturing, utilities) were stronger.
    Fred Imbert, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2026
  • The secretary and the Chief of Naval Operations, the Navy's top admiral, are responsible for training and equipping the Navy.
    Emily Chang, ABC News, 1 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Favoring bold colors like royal blue, granny apple green and unexpected combinations like mauve and burgundy for her tennis attire, Eala is tough to miss on the courts.
    Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Brightly colored and casual beach attire is a no-fail way to get flagged as a vulnerable tourist while abroad.
    Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • The 18,798-square-foot building would house the home furnishing retailer as well as a dining area with capacity for approximately 124 guests.
    Bridget Fogarty, jsonline.com, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Ashley is designing and furnishing a reading room for Buckner's students to enjoy.
    CBS Texas Staff, CBS News, 22 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • On a network where women once seemed to have a uniform of bright sheath dresses, Jessica Tarlov is wearing sneakers.
    Wendy Naugle, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Now Patricia’s red dress and antler headpiece ensemble will be this year’s go-to Halloween costume.
    Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • There’s a real value to companies like Topic supplying certain kinds of movies to distribution partners.
    Matt Donnelly, Variety, 5 Sep. 2026
  • There will not—and should not—be a one-size-fits-all solution to the challenges of supplying this education.
    Sian Leah Beilock, The Atlantic, 5 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • The Tetris brand’s global licensee network includes major video game publishers, including Nintendo and Sega, as well as many partners in electronics, toys and games, apparel, accessories, entertainment and other areas.
    Todd Spangler, Variety, 4 Sep. 2026
  • TaylorMade is also Tiger Woods’ equipment manufacturer, and TaylorMade has a partnership with Woods’ apparel company, Sun Day Red.
    Brody Miller, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026

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“Rigging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rigging. Accessed 11 Sep. 2026.

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