compiling

present participle of compile
as in collecting
to bring together from several sources into a single volume or list compiled the best short stories ever written into one fat book

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Recent Examples of compiling The ultimate goal was to establish a permissible exposure limit for humans on the Red Planet by compiling a comprehensive set of expert perspectives regarding Martian dust toxicology, exposure pathways and mitigation strategies. Leonard David, Space.com, 5 Aug. 2026 Mizuhara’s account with Bowyer wound up placing more than 19,000 wagers, according to a federal affidavit, and compiling tens of millions in debts. Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 28 July 2026 As the Lions get back in action in MLS after compiling a 4-9-2 record, here is their upcoming schedule and the results of their previous matches. Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 July 2026 Church, who had recently moved from his home state of North Carolina, had started compiling the tracks that would become his 2006 debut, Sinners Like Me. Marissa R. Moss, Rolling Stone, 16 July 2026 While there is always a bit of a blowout risk for the Rig Hands, Simmons is out on the floor plenty and has proven capable of compiling points in relatively efficient fashion. Juan Carlos Blanco, Forbes.com, 12 July 2026 Kennedy is set to start the process of compiling a list of injuries that are presumed to be caused by Covid shots. Chelsea Cirruzzo, STAT, 8 July 2026 Despite those setbacks, Fisher continued pursuing the recognition with help from longtime friend Jeff Thoke, who spent years researching Fisher's military service and compiling hundreds of pages of historical records for military officials. Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2026 Rather than compiling a single concert or constructing a traditional tour document, the Mars Volta invited fans directly into the creative process. Jonathan Cohen, SPIN, 1 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for compiling
collecting
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  • Mechanicville, New York, Police Department Chief William Rabbitt told reporters that after more than a month of collecting evidence, investigators had an apparent motive for Amy Steadman, 64, and her daughter Sarah Myers, 44.
    Matt Foster, ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026
  • When the first version can exist by morning, the founder can stop performing certainty and start collecting evidence.
    Adam Ayers, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026

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“Compiling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compiling. Accessed 10 Aug. 2026.

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