- present participle of center.
centering
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of centering
Example Sentences
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Centering the need for identity documentation to access the internet also harms those who don’t have access like immigrants or citizens without IDs, Johnson of the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation said.
From Salon • Feb. 11, 2026
Centering historically marginalized voices in our science can address research misconceptions and gaps.
From Scientific American • Jul. 14, 2023
Centering around three generations of Palestinian women, Etaf Rum’s compelling debut novel reveals the complex relationship between patriarchal societies and the women attempting to navigate those communities.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 14, 2023
Centering pediatric care in specialized centers can erode a local hospital’s ability to care for a critically ill child, doctors say.
From New York Times • Oct. 11, 2022
Centering his entire will on his foot, he forced himself to take a step forward.
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
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