agenting

noun

agent·​ing ˈā-jən-tiŋ How to pronounce agenting (audio)
: the business or activities of an agent

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During her tenure at UTA, her skillful agenting has shaped and built the careers of so many iconic talents. Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 5 Feb. 2026 All that research and writing and editing and workshopping, not to mention the agenting and publication of it all. Literary Hub, 4 Dec. 2025 Their outlook on agenting is completely in line with Paradigm's philosophy, with an integrity and focus on detail that enables us to fulfill our clients' creative, commercial and personal aspirations while sustaining those careers over time. Dave Brooks, Billboard, 27 Mar. 2019

Word History

First Known Use

1681, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of agenting was in 1681

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“Agenting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/agenting. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

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