furring

Definition of furringnext
present participle of fur

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for furring
Verb
  • Before a fast, focus on filling up with fiber, fat and protein to sustain your body with energy during low-intake periods.
    Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
  • Thank you to all the countries that are filling the PURL program.
    Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 12 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • The study also noted that many of these companies guaranteed some news outlets would cover the press releases, and were essentially flooding the space with garbage crypto information dressed up to look like reliable news.
    Max Tani, semafor.com, 16 Feb. 2026
  • However, two devastating challenges not readily realized are flooding and future water scarcity affecting our farms and ranches.
    Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
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“Furring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/furring. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.

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