embarking

Definition of embarkingnext
present participle of embark

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for embarking
sailing
Verb
  • Valid for British Isles Explorer itineraries sailing in 2026 or 2027, or for another itinerary and extension of equal or lesser value—within the same stateroom category or lower—during the same period, if the itinerary and extension offered is not available.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Apr. 2026
  • Another bulk carrier, the Mac Hope, identifying itself as sailing under Chinese ownership and with a Chinese crew, also transited the strait on Monday, MarineTraffic data show.
    Lucia I Suarez Sang, CBS News, 31 Mar. 2026
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“Embarking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/embarking. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.

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