embanking

Definition of embankingnext
present participle of embank

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for embanking
Verb
  • Be cautious of ice accumulating on power lines or tree branches, which can lead to snapping and falling hazards.
    Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Deep clean your shower once a week to keep residue and mold from accumulating, making sure to clean your shower drain and shampoo and conditioner bottles.
    Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 7 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Turquoise Health assembles price data by grouping codes for services together using machine learning, a type of artificial intelligence.
    Darius Tahir, NPR, 10 Feb. 2026
  • This food trend feeds this growing interest, by grouping three or more condiments together in one slick order.
    Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • One of the most significant differences between the version shared on Cadillac’s social media channels and the television advertisement was the inclusion of more behind-the-scenes footage of what goes into assembling the car, from design to assembly.
    Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
  • The city is assembling a new contractor team to ensure cost efficiency and accountability for this important project.
    Kara King, Austin American Statesman, 6 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • An alternative halftime show by conservative political group Turning Point USA, headlined by Kid Rock, Brantley Gilbert, Lee Brice, and Gabby Barrett, was announced and drew in millions of viewers live, amassing 19 million views on YouTube as of Monday morning.
    Pamela Avila, USA Today, 9 Feb. 2026
  • But Nexstar needs waiver from the FCC, given a current ownership cap that limits entities from amassing stations that cover more than 39% of the country.
    Ted Johnson, Deadline, 7 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • But if property taxes are eliminated, Cordrey said being able to quickly convert into a city, and start collecting income taxes, would mean residents could keep their services.
    Victoria Moorwood, Cincinnati Enquirer, 9 Feb. 2026
  • From learning to drive stick shift and collecting vinyl records to playing board games and writing handwritten notes, the shift suggests that even in a digital-first generation, there’s a growing appetite for slowing down—and staying human.
    Preston Fore, Fortune, 8 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • Whether massing in borders or planting stand-alone specimens, this gorgeous holly can be grown throughout the South, with the exception of tropical regions.
    Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 5 Feb. 2026
  • Small clusters of troops from Britain, France, Germany, Sweden, Norway, Finland, and the Netherlands are massing for joint military exercises with Denmark.
    Philip Elliott, Time, 20 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • The quickly conglomerating media industry led Henson to consider corporate partnerships to assist with his goal of further expanding the Muppet media universe.
    Jared Bahir Browsh, Fortune, 29 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • With defeats, injuries and suspensions piling up, Tottenham’s domestic campaign is spinning out of control.
    Jay Harris, New York Times, 8 Feb. 2026
  • Montana before the injuries started piling up, and Dan Marino before defensive coordinators could adjust.
    Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2026
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“Embanking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embanking. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.

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