graying

variants also greying
Definition of grayingnext
present participle of gray

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for graying
Verb
  • This rising use of AI has principally been spurred by the evolving advances and widespread adoption of generative AI.
    Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
  • Traditional infrastructures depend on predictable, centralized controls, whereas the Web3 environment operates on open networks, real-time settlement, and evolving code.
    CBS News, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • So far, the cat crew is getting along well and exploring their new home.
    Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 29 Dec. 2025
  • However, when the students have difficulty getting along, a cheerleader named Addison (Meg Donnelly) and a zombie named Zed (Milo Manheim) team up to unite them.
    Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 23 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • But simply getting on the long list far exceeded Alexan’s expectations.
    Jeff Banowetz, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
  • Sustainability leaders are getting on with it, less time on stage, more time in spreadsheets and supplier calls.
    Gus Bartholomew, Sourcing Journal, 3 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • From building new pipelines and treatment facilities to replacing aging infrastructure, these projects will benefit thousands of families, boost fire protection, and support economic growth.
    Christa Swanson, CBS News, 10 Jan. 2026
  • Yellin noted that she's hosted charity events at Mar-a-Lago and focuses her events on raising money for trafficked women and children, aging-out foster children, cancer patients and veterans.
    Janelle Ash , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 10 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • And then those pink shrubs with their little flowers, blossoming like islands of pink mist.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 23 Jan. 2026
  • Apatow and Nivola — who both have parents in the entertainment industry — have supported each other's blossoming acting careers, and Nivola previously thanked Apatow for flying to Thailand to see him film season 3 of The White Lotus.
    Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 20 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Like any other bulb, the amaryllis needs its foliage to build its energy reserves for the next blooming period, says gardening expert Kelly Funk.
    Cori Sears, The Spruce, 11 Jan. 2026
  • This year's gold medalists include an innovative little squash and a big-blooming dianthus.
    Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Jan. 2026
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“Graying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/graying. Accessed 24 Jan. 2026.

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