vent
noun
an opening, as in a wall, serving as an outlet for air, smoke, fumes, or the like.
venting
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present participleof vent.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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As his father reminds John during a venting session that occurs after Hal nonchalantly almost kills him, “They’re allowed to have tantrums. We’re not.”
From Salon ● Aug. 14, 2026
The online outrage erupted almost instantly—some from people venting about “Orwellian” Silicon Valley startup culture.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026
Mostly, these conversations, when not venting about the disruption to bus schedules and the noisiness of bomber jet flyovers, focus on the absolute failure of the fair.
From Slate ● Jul. 1, 2026
If the temperature is equilibrating and the tank is no longer venting substances in the air, one possibility is that the reaction could be done.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 23, 2026
Chief steward Thorpe came in at the same time, venting his rage.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
