knighting

Definition of knightingnext
present participle of knight

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Verb
  • In 2024, in first (partial) year in his new no-heavy-lifting sinecure, Lowy pocketed $351,050.
    Howie Carr, Boston Herald, 7 Jan. 2026
  • With the shot clock running down, Lopez swung the ball back to the other side, with Sanders waiting to retrieve it after lifting from the corner.
    Law Murray, New York Times, 6 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Chasing records can be a trap that ensnares parks from commissioning more engaging and enduring coaster designs.
    Robert Niles, Oc Register, 6 Jan. 2026
  • After completing a series of commissioning tests and a 168-hour test run, Unit 2 was cleared for commercial operations, which began on January 1.
    Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 6 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Please join us in congratulating Erik on his new role!
    Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 6 Jan. 2026
  • The couple met via Instagram DM when Rivera sent Herrold a message congratulating her on the success of the show’s first season in 2020.
    Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 5 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Corporate use cases include employee well-being programs aimed at reducing burnout and improving focus.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 9 Jan. 2026
  • Lazzarini was in Turkey for talks with officials on improving humanitarian access in Gaza.
    Wafaa Shurafa, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Back in July, the actress shared a sweet post on her Instagram, celebrating her 23 years with her Moder.
    Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
  • But that doesn't mean there weren't some memorable moments worth celebrating!
    Samantha Highfill, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Amazingly, Exposure contestants go through hours of practice and performance each day without ever seeming to tire, and along with the competitive spirit, there’s a real sense of community, with skaters constantly encouraging, applauding, and appreciating each other.
    Lonnie Burstein Hewitt, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Nov. 2025
  • When the final number was finished, the three eldest boys came to the fore on the catwalk mini stage underneath a shower of confetti and took a bow, with Mom and Dad now in the background, applauding politely but proudly.
    Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 6 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • While presenting her with the RRHOF milestone, Roan gave a speech commending Lauper’s influence and advocacy on behalf of the LGBTQ+ community.
    Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 10 Nov. 2025
  • Praise abounded for the 36-year-old, with three fellow veterans commending Rojas not just for his play, but also for his demeanor.
    Katie Woo, New York Times, 2 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • Teeth or Pants, the show has a way of both laughing at and ennobling its own failures.
    Sara Holdren, Vulture, 14 Nov. 2025
  • Work for human beings, then, is necessary and even ennobling.
    The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 31 Aug. 2025
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“Knighting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knighting. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.

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