practicing
Americanadjective
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actively working at a profession, especially medicine or law.
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actively following a specific way of life, religion, philosophy, etc..
a practicing Catholic.
Etymology
Origin of practicing
Example Sentences
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Ayer, who has been practicing for nearly 20 years, says more children than ever are now using cosmetics.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
Sessions of ABA, as it is called, often involve practicing chores, communication and social interaction at clinics or in patients’ homes.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
Last summer, he spent time training with Shaolin monks in China, the images of shaved-head Wemby in robes practicing martial arts, and there’s a meditative quality to his game.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
Alyssa and Gisele were born less than 13 months apart and grew up playing together, practicing together and pushing each other.
From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026
In despair, Veronika resumed practicing, though by now her legs were like noodles.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
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