solidifying

present participle of solidify

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of solidifying Reflecting the brand’s steady growth, Onitsuka Tiger is expanding its offerings beyond apparel, introducing eyewear and jewelry collaborations with Mikimoto, further solidifying its position as a holistic lifestyle brand. Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2025 After working through a round of negotiations last week, the trade partners plan to continue to meet with the goal of solidifying a free-trade deal by the end of the year, the European Commission said this week. Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 14 Oct. 2025 The collection would go on to sell out and become one of the brand’s most notable collections, further solidifying her decision to bet on herself. Essence, 14 Oct. 2025 The eight-year veteran out of BYU has totaled at least 130 tackles in each season since 2021, solidifying himself as one of the best linebackers in the NFL. Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 12 Oct. 2025 Users can add a solidifying agent to urine and looser stool to firm it up for easier transport. New Atlas, 9 Oct. 2025 Burns began as a forward before solidifying his calling as a defenseman, playing seven years in Minnesota and flashing his personality off the ice and thoroughbred mentally on the ice. Michael Russo, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025 Critics argue that these emergency rulings—often issued without a full briefing or detailed explanation—risk solidifying major policy shifts before courts can assess their legality. Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025 Our goal is to broaden our reach while solidifying our position as a leading voice in American journalism. Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 6 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for solidifying
Verb
  • Bernal says Mamdani overcame Cuomo's attacks over his relatively thin resume by offering big progressive ideas, like freezing apartment rents and offering free city bus service, that appeal to many young voters.
    Brian Mann, NPR, 22 Oct. 2025
  • Numerous states in the Midwest are facing a frost advisory late Tuesday and overnight into Wednesday as temperatures could dip to freezing or just below.
    Deputy News Editor, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The pair played together in the band Malachi Sage before forming their long-running nu-metal group in 1994.
    Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 19 Oct. 2025
  • Each junction behaves slightly differently, forming a complex 3D network that is impossible to exactly replicate.
    Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 19 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The hardening public mood in both capitals reinforces hawkish instincts.
    Lizzi C. Lee, Time, 17 Oct. 2025
  • Over time, this plaque buildup can lead to hardening and narrowing of the arteries.
    Angelica Bottaro, Verywell Health, 6 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Sea water flows into the small crystallizing ponds (salt beds) and the quantity of water is controlled by gravity and slate gates.
    Elizabeth Karmel, Forbes.com, 25 Aug. 2025
  • In this one crystallizing moment, the woman’s yearning, desire that has been discreetly waiting in the background, rushes into view.
    Manohla Dargis, New York Times, 31 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • Afterwards, a squaring solution—a powdery mixture of water and a gel-like batter used in the decorative cake business—is applied to the inside of the hat’s crown to act as a stiffening agent.
    Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2025
  • China has been a consistent source of stress for Apple, given the stiffening smartphone competition and its huge manufacturing presence in the country.
    Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 15 Sep. 2025

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“Solidifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solidifying. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.

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