as in protecting
to shelter (something) from light and heat
the trees shaded us quite nicely from the noonday sun
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Recent Examples of shading
James Cameron is shading the Oscars for often rejecting science-fiction movies.
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Zack Sharf, Variety, 19 Dec. 2025
Long’s post on Stories comes as many fans have been flooding her comment section to accuse her of shading Carey.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 25 Nov. 2025
Thinning out branches will prevent leaves from shading fruit, which may not ripen fully if there’s not enough sun.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 16 Nov. 2025
Squash leaves covered the ground, shading the soil and helping keep it moist.
—Shelley Mitchell, The Conversation, 24 Oct. 2025
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Zack Sharf, Variety, 19 Dec. 2025
Long’s post on Stories comes as many fans have been flooding her comment section to accuse her of shading Carey.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 25 Nov. 2025
Thinning out branches will prevent leaves from shading fruit, which may not ripen fully if there’s not enough sun.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 16 Nov. 2025
Squash leaves covered the ground, shading the soil and helping keep it moist.
—Shelley Mitchell, The Conversation, 24 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for shading
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shading
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The staff acts as almost a mini-military– serving and protecting this metaphorical anti-war, positive energy force field.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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Despite state and local laws restricting law enforcement from assisting immigration enforcement, California and San Diego agencies continue to work with the federal government on task forces aimed at combating cross-border crime and protecting public safety.—
Michael Smolens,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Feb. 2026
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So naturally, shadowing him with a first-rate cornerback like Gonzalez makes sense.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
8 Feb. 2026
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Good was shot earlier this month by an ICE agent while shadowing federal law enforcement in her vehicle.—
Peter D'Abrosca,
FOXNews.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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The publication has doubled its presence the last year in the US, covering national politics, media, sports, and other beats.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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Bieber’s revealing cowl-neck design featured an open back, a side boob-baring bodice, and intricate beads covering her halterneck dress’s hips, chest, and a sheer peekaboo mesh panel inside.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
15 Feb. 2026
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“Shading.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shading. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.
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