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  • present participle of wonder.
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wondering

American  
[wuhn-der-ing] / ˈwʌn dər ɪŋ /

adjective

  1. expressing admiration or amazement; marveling.


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Origin of wondering

First recorded in 1585–95; wonder + -ing 2

Example Sentences

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Wondering about a link between emissions from nearby facilities and her own health woes, Nolan moved away after undergoing a hysterectomy, she said.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

Wondering why one wasn't more accessible, she decided to open her own outdoor sauna and since then said her health conditions have become more manageable.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

Wondering what kind of person would commit such a crime, Lawson began visiting the convicted killer, James Earl Ray, in prison.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2024

Wondering if it was hungry, he tossed it a fish, which the bird devoured.

From New York Times • Mar. 30, 2024

Wondering what she meant when she said Read it.

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett

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