thickening

present participle of thicken

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for thickening
Verb
  • And while the 3rd gen also requires the separate Nest app, the 4th gen offers full functionality and control in the Google Home app, condensing all of your smart home devices into one hub.
    Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2025
  • The curriculum was meant to make up for lost learning by condensing two academic years into one, having students focus on just the core content of each subject.
    Ghada Abdulfattah, The Atlantic, 23 Sep. 2025
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
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 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
  • Sports, reality, and news/commentary programming have emerged as the dominant genres, solidifying FAST's position as one of the leading entertainment avenues.
    Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 21 Oct. 2025
  • The Nuggets now have five players set to earn at least $20 million during the 2026-27 season, solidifying their commitment to keeping a championship-caliber core intact.
    Evan Dammarell, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Generous clusters of aromatic flowers in lavender-blue, violet and purple grow on clumping plants to a height and girth of three feet.
    Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 18 Oct. 2025
  • In a final step, the powder was mixed with a carrier liquid, in which the microparticles stayed suspended without clumping together.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 22 Aug. 2025
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“Thickening.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thickening. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.

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