reddening
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present participleof redden.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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He repeated the claim over and over, reddening and breaking into a sweat.
From Salon ● Jun. 13, 2026
He described how there was a reddening of the skin around Noah's forehead as well as "extensive maceration and peeling" of his hands and feet.
From BBC ● Mar. 10, 2026
Interestingly, the researchers found that strong red-light irradiation at 605-660 nm triggered a reddening reaction in E. gracilis when cultured in bonito stock.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 15, 2024
Saban said, clicking his teeth and looking away with reddening eyes.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 2, 2024
At the same time there was despair in his eyes, for the risen sun was reddening even Mrs. Harker’s pale face.
From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker
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