awing

Definition of awingnext
present participle of awe

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for awing
Verb
  • In one camp Gao Sheng breaks a cultural norm by helping her father and uncles with a big project, amazing her relatives with her physical and mental strength.
    Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 18 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Of all the recent poster boys for appalling misbehavior by the State Police, Michael Proctor would of course rank number one.
    Howie Carr, Boston Herald, 4 Jan. 2026
  • Truly appalling friend counsel here from Mindy.
    Jessica M. Goldstein, Vulture, 19 Dec. 2025
Verb
  • Virtually all the players, and often their caddies, make a point of coming over and shaking hands with the servicemen.
    Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Feb. 2026
  • The Fire Dogs and Law Hogs were united as one before kickoff, shaking hands and exchanging pleasantries.
    Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 1 Feb. 2026
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“Awing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/awing. Accessed 8 Feb. 2026.

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