alphabetizing

present participle of alphabetize

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for alphabetizing
Verb
  • One is filing a complaint with the DOT, which it is obligated to investigate (at least, for now).
    Christopher Elliott, USA Today, 29 Sep. 2025
  • The Journal Sentinel also reported that Coggs-Jones was investigated for allegations of misconduct in public office and filing false campaign finance reports.
    Sophie Carson, jsonline.com, 27 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • While the players are excited about the new look, Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel remains focused on the NFL season, appreciating the uniform’s unique shade but prioritizing team performance.
    Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 26 Sep. 2025
  • Emami said Anaheim’s goal would also be to retain existing drivers wherever possible, with contractor transitions prioritizing continuity of service and customer experience.
    Hanna Kang, Oc Register, 26 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Lucy Milligan Wahl is the owner of LMW Edits, a professional organizing company.
    Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Sep. 2025
  • In an interview with Vogue to promote her new Maybelline campaign, the Grammy winner, 32, spoke about spending time organizing clothes, awards and other objects from her career, noting how she's been doing the same in many areas of her life.
    Jack Irvin, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Start by categorizing expenses based on their level of importance.
    Joe Camberato, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
  • For today’s boys, living in a society that prioritizes categorizing everything into a gender binary only emphasizes pressure on boys to not be perceived as feminine in any way.
    Ashleigh N. DeLuca, Parents, 16 Sep. 2025
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“Alphabetizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alphabetizing. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.

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