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
Many areas of Colorado are experiencing moderate to severe drought.
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Christa Swanson, CBS News, 21 June 2026
Kennedy drew a comparison to passengers experiencing turbulence on a plane.
—Sarah Jackson, CNBC, 21 June 2026
Currently, small-cap investors have been experiencing this phenomenon since early 2025, with companies in the Russell 2000 index with negative earnings outperforming those with positive earnings.
—Bill Stone, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026
But with the sport experiencing boosts in attendance, ratings and overall interest, fan sentiment could have consequences.
—Cody Stavenhagen, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 June 2026
Officer Nicholas Samartino of the Woodbridge Police Department responded to a report that a 5-day-old infant was choking and experiencing difficulty breathing back in May, according to police.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 20 June 2026
This is where Nix can flex his muscles, not lose his fingernails over worst-case scenarios — ankle issues, failing to click with Waddle and Webb experiencing growing pains.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 20 June 2026
Abu Safiya also had his eyeglasses confiscated during his detainment and since been experiencing vision issues, according to Abbas.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 20 June 2026
From German dudes discovering Waffle House in the Deep South to Japanese fans experiencing chips and salsa overload in Texas, it's been absolutely beautiful seeing the guests of this great nation being exposed to the best parts of our culture stateside.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 15 June 2026
Christa Swanson, CBS News, 21 June 2026
Kennedy drew a comparison to passengers experiencing turbulence on a plane.
—Sarah Jackson, CNBC, 21 June 2026
Currently, small-cap investors have been experiencing this phenomenon since early 2025, with companies in the Russell 2000 index with negative earnings outperforming those with positive earnings.
—Bill Stone, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026
But with the sport experiencing boosts in attendance, ratings and overall interest, fan sentiment could have consequences.
—Cody Stavenhagen, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 June 2026
Officer Nicholas Samartino of the Woodbridge Police Department responded to a report that a 5-day-old infant was choking and experiencing difficulty breathing back in May, according to police.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 20 June 2026
This is where Nix can flex his muscles, not lose his fingernails over worst-case scenarios — ankle issues, failing to click with Waddle and Webb experiencing growing pains.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 20 June 2026
Abu Safiya also had his eyeglasses confiscated during his detainment and since been experiencing vision issues, according to Abbas.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 20 June 2026
From German dudes discovering Waffle House in the Deep South to Japanese fans experiencing chips and salsa overload in Texas, it's been absolutely beautiful seeing the guests of this great nation being exposed to the best parts of our culture stateside.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 15 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for experiencing
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The robot is currently undergoing sea trials aboard the Song Hang scientific research vessel.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
20 June 2026
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Some of the rules through the years have included taking part in several rehearsals a week and undergoing intense diet regimens, per The New York Times.—
Emily Krauser,
PEOPLE,
20 June 2026
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And director Spike Lee was having the time of his life on top of a bus.—
Amina Kilpatrick,
NBC news,
19 June 2026
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The decision set new limits on federal prosecution of gun owners who are targeted simply for having a history of drug use.—
Devin Dwyer,
ABC News,
18 June 2026
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But its enduring appeal was in the bonds between the characters, Docter said.—
Cerys Davies,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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The series will chronicle the history, culture, and enduring legacy of the Knicks, culminating with the franchise’s first NBA championship in 53 years.—
Pat Saperstein,
Variety,
18 June 2026
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Another patient, David Nurieli, described seeing elderly individuals forced to walk or be carried up three flights of stairs when the elevator fails.—
Bri Buckley,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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Those concerns were amplified by Marsch only seeing his players every few months before the World Cup.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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The relaxed silhouette has the same easygoing feel, and the floral print adds personality without feeling unwearable.—
Mia McManus,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
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The bias cut drapes smoothly, and the mocha dot print (my favorite option) adds a subtle statement without feeling too loud.—
Paris Wilson,
Travel + Leisure,
21 June 2026
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“Experiencing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/experiencing. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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