pinning

Definition of pinningnext
present participle of pin

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for pinning
Verb
  • Concerns are mounting across the Middle East about the stockpile of weapons needed to defend against Iranian attacks.
    Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 4 Mar. 2026
  • This change arrives at a moment when many small businesses are already struggling to navigate mounting uncertainty, rising input costs, workforce shortages and tighter credit markets.
    Krish O'Mara Vignarajah, Baltimore Sun, 3 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • In his monologue, Gosling began going through the motions of singing a song about Earth (with a planetary model hanging down as a visual) before getting distracted by pop star Harry Styles in the front row.
    Omar L. Gallaga, Los Angeles Times, 8 Mar. 2026
  • Some of the artworks depict the flag with missing stars or hanging upside-down.
    Suzanne Le Mignot, CBS News, 8 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Lawmakers voted 105-2 to approve the plan (HB 7031), though the proposal drew criticism for suspending sales taxes next fiscal year on firearm accessories such as holsters, magazines, muzzle devices, sights and suppressors.
    CBS Miami Team, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
  • The Dominican Republic, which closed its borders with Haiti more than two years ago, also has extended its long-standing notice suspending passenger and cargo flights between the two countries, which share the island of Hispaniola.
    Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 4 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Then Shep leaps into bed with Austen, practically spooning him and draping his legs over the big muppet.
    Brian Moylan, Vulture, 5 Mar. 2026
  • With springtime nearing, the promise of draping yourself in breezier attire is becoming more enticing — especially after such a long, cold winter.
    Rudolf Obias, Footwear News, 3 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The Spuds were handed a lifeline early in the second period as Sturgis went into the box for hooking.
    Andrew Cornelius, Twin Cities, 8 Mar. 2026
  • After being booked in the 58th minute for a body check near the halfway line on Ismaila Sarr, Krejci then played on in the 61st after a throw-in had been awarded against him, hooking the ball down the line.
    Steve Madeley, New York Times, 23 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Kolodjay delivered a highlight-reel goal on a one-on-one rush in the first 14 seconds of the second period, dangling past the last defender before finishing off a 3-1 lead.
    Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 8 Mar. 2026
  • The 5 and 10 freeway transition road in Boyle Heights was closed for several hours on Saturday after a concrete truck crashed and overturned before dangling off an overpass and dumping concrete onto the road below.
    CBS News, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The soccer ball-slinging TikTok star will play the series regular role of Luke, a rookie lifeguard who comes from a family of firefighters.
    Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 9 Mar. 2026
  • There's something undeniably powerful about carrying your bag rather than slinging it over your shoulder.
    Amanda Le, InStyle, 4 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The campaign would launch during a period of financial uncertainty for the state, with Newsom’s January budget projecting a $3-billion deficit next fiscal year.
    Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026
  • The Brahms started with promise, Vogler’s cello projecting a big but gorgeously creamy tone.
    Scott Cantrell, Dallas Morning News, 6 Mar. 2026
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“Pinning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pinning. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.

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