canopying

Definition of canopyingnext
present participle of canopy

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Verb
  • Our students, families, and taxpayers deserve leaders who put the best interests of the community first, not individuals who appear focused on protecting one another instead of protecting the integrity of our school system.
    Ashley Paul, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
  • But many environmental experts, including Earthjustice senior attorney Mychal Ozaeta, say the proposal caters to the coal industry rather than protecting communities.
    Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 7 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Emma Burleigh is a reporter at Fortune, covering success, careers, entrepreneurship, and personal finance.
    Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 9 Nov. 2025
  • Bedford said during the news conference that air traffic controllers continuing to work during the shutdown are covering longer hours and more days.
    David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 9 Nov. 2025
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“Canopying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/canopying. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.

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