throning

verb

present participle of throne
as in crowning

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  1. crowning
  2. creating
  3. inaugurating
  4. anointing
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  • Timberview’s crowning achievement this year was a 35-30 win over longtime area power Denton Ryan.
    — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Minnesota Timberwolves player Anthony Edwards has brought back his satirical Believe That Awards, which went viral in 2025 — reaching 150 million cross-platform views — for crowning Timothée Chalamet white boy of the year.
    — Selome Hailu, Variety, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of crowning
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  • Bowman’s work is part of a growing trend that’s not just about introducing new dishes to the local food scene; creating a market for invasive species may also bring ecological benefits for the local environment.
    — Victoria Malloy, Time, 21 Oct. 2026
  • There is no one-size-fits-all approach to working capital, and taking the time to understand the tradeoffs can help businesses choose financing that supports sustainable growth rather than creating additional financial pressure.
    — Andrew Coon, Forbes.com, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of creating
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  • The French leader and others were inaugurating a statue honoring Capt.
    — Masha Macpherson, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2026
  • Britain’s oppression invited the people to take charge of their government, inaugurating a period of broader political participation.
    — T. H. Breen, The Atlantic, 3 July 2026
Definition of inaugurating
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  • To his surprise, Wall Street financiers approached him on the street to praise Gekko — anointing him as their hero.
    — Maddie Connors, Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Think Lady Gaga anointing herself an A-list leading lady by way of her grand appearance for the premiere of A Star Is Born.
    — Nate Jones, Vulture, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of anointing
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