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 Outdoor Experiences The city skyline is iconic from any angle, but experiencing it from the water delivers an exhilarating new perspective—and makes for a thrilling way to connect with fellow adventurers. Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Aug. 2026 In terms of categories, fragrances, sun care, skin care, hair care and dermocosmetics are experiencing the strongest growth, Euromonitor said. Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 21 Aug. 2026 People are used to experiencing content in a really wide variety of ways. Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 20 Aug. 2026 In Montana, which is also experiencing a severe drought, state Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) officials said there has been a significant drop in the amount of wild berries that bears normally dine on this time of year. Bill Hutchinson, ABC News, 20 Aug. 2026 The case has drawn national attention and sparked discussion about postpartum mental health and the treatment of women experiencing psychiatric crises. Liam Quinn, PEOPLE, 20 Aug. 2026 Minnesota's Drought Monitor Map shows that a part of northwestern Minnesota is now experiencing extreme drought conditions and much of northeastern Minnesota is in severe drought. John Lauritsen, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026 The Wyandotte County Sheriff’s Office has identified a man who died Saturday after experiencing a medical emergency at Wyandotte County Lake Park. Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 20 Aug. 2026 When children are experiencing poor educational outcomes, at what point does opposition to an alternative become an obstacle to giving families another opportunity? Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for experiencing
Verb
  • Charles announced he had been diagnosed with cancer after undergoing a prostate procedure.
    Jack Guy, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2026
  • She was rushed to the hospital and was last listed in stable condition after undergoing surgery to remove the bullet fragments.
    Ryan Hughes, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026
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  • There’s a small kitchenette and landing with a dining table, nice for a morning coffee or simply the feeling of having a little more space.
    Megan Rose Murray, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Stokes recalls shooting in downtown Charleston during season two and having 3,000 fans show up to watch the cast film.
    Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 21 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Continuously refine and embed them into onboarding, decision-making and leadership practices so institutional knowledge compounds, strengthens alignment and creates enduring organizational value.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • This unlikely combination of bad timing and documentary instinct produced an enduring symbol of resilience in the face of hardship.
    Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 17 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Toyota, Honda and Nissan benefited in their most recent quarterly reports from a historically weak currency, with the first two upgrading their full-year forecasts and the latter seeing its first profit in about two years.
    Justina Lee, CNBC, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Regardless, seeing it in practice helped show what the Bills may do at the macro and micro levels once the regular season begins.
    Joe Buscaglia, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Renters are feeling the pressure, too Paul Belmonte sold his home in Seattle last year and moved to San Francisco for a new biotech job after federal budget cuts affected his role at a Seattle nonprofit.
    Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 17 Aug. 2026
  • In several of the messages, Musgrove would ask how Clancy was feeling.
    Aaron Parseghian, CBS News, 17 Aug. 2026

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“Experiencing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/experiencing. Accessed 24 Aug. 2026.

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