experiencing

present participle of experience
as in undergoing
to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it eventually we all have to experience the loss of a loved one

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Recent Examples of experiencing Why is Indonesia experiencing its worst ever wildfire season? — TheWeek, 2 Oct. 2026 In the corporate world, that can look like closing more deals, executing launches faster, making better decisions under pressure and even experiencing lower rates of burnout. — Roy Ward, Forbes.com, 1 Oct. 2026 When a student is experiencing a mental health crisis, Mitchell leads the school’s care response. — The Sacramento Bee Staff, Sacbee.com, 1 Oct. 2026 Public health officials say Los Angeles County is experiencing an alarming influx of rabid bats — matching the highest number ever recorded before peak season is even over. — Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026 Both developments create concerns among some observers that the companies are overseeing inflated volumes or, at worst, are experiencing wash trading, in which traders collude to buy and sell an asset to create a false sense of economic activity. — Davis Giangiulio,ananya Chetia, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2026 Officers and paramedics were called to the school at Southwest 48th Court around noon and found several students experiencing minor coughing, said Janice McIntosh, a Miramar police spokeswoman. — David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2026 Some states that aren't currently experiencing large measles outbreaks have notified residents of possible exposures. — Rachel Carlson, NPR, 30 Sep. 2026 Of students surveyed, 41% reported experiencing food insecurity. — ABC News, 24 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for experiencing
Verb
  • Based in the university’s student union, KSSU continues to stream online worldwide while undergoing studio renovations designed to support the next generation of student broadcasters.
    — The Sacramento Bee, Sacbee.com, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Carlos Rodón began the season on the IL after undergoing surgery to remove a bone spur and loose bodies and didn’t debut until May 10.
    — Ryan Canfield OutKick, FOXNews.com, 24 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • People don't want to go around changing their Clocks anymore and, besides, far and away, most people like having an hour of extra sunlight in the evening, rather than in the morning.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 3 Oct. 2026
  • The Liberty had a rough regular season in the WNBA, falling to eighth place despite having several women’s basketball headliners on the roster.
    — Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 2 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • Its message of walking away from unnecessary conflict adds substance to the song’s explosive production and enduring sense of momentum.
    — qygwork, Billboard, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Vogue’s coverage points to the enduring appeal of ’90s supermodel beauty, built around a balance between bold and natural elements that still holds up in 2026.
    — Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 28 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • Machchhar said his daughter had come to visit him in hospital but got scared seeing him in his condition.
    — Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2026
  • There are few things more destabilizing than seeing an ex in the wild.
    — Eileen Kelly, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • The Taurus Moon opposes Venus across your domestic and career zones, highlighting the difference between being visible and feeling restored.
    — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 29 Sep. 2026
  • These beauty moments echo the larger chocolate brown story while feeling more wearable for everyday routines.
    — Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 28 Sep. 2026

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“Experiencing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/experiencing. Accessed 3 Oct. 2026.

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