cresting

Definition of crestingnext
present participle of crest

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for cresting
increasing
Verb
  • Adrian Meyer, Christie’s global head of private sales, outlined one idea for the increasing popularity of the sales channel.
    George Nelson, ARTnews.com, 23 Apr. 2026
  • Highlighting the industry’s growing needs, demand for highly functional textile solutions is increasing across sectors, driven by rising investment in security, defense and disaster response.
    Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 23 Apr. 2026
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“Cresting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cresting. Accessed 30 Apr. 2026.

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