eclipse
eclipsing
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present participleof eclipse.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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The hack is believed to be the largest in history, eclipsing the record of a $1.5bn heist on the Bybit exchange in 2025.
From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2026
Tuesday’s mixed data, combined with inflation and trade figures released earlier this month, suggest that a K-shaped growth path is becoming further entrenched in the world’s second-largest economy, with external demand significantly eclipsing domestic demand.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 15, 2026
Since making history with its largest-ever public listing, and then briefly eclipsing much larger and more established companies like Microsoft and Amazon in total market valuation, SpaceX has struggled to hold on to investor enthusiasm.
From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026
It now has more than 22 million followers on its Instagram account, eclipsing the BJP's by 13 million followers.
From Barron's ● Jul. 8, 2026
Frankie stood with his back to the oil lamp, eclipsing its glow.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
