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launching
  • present participle of launch.

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Launching into the world of modeling soon after, she divorced her husband and made a history-defining decision: dyeing her brown hair platinum blonde.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

Launching the operation, US Central Command said its blockade applied to ships of all nations going to or from Iranian ports.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

Launching the Lib Dem manifesto in Birmingham, leader Ed Davey said it was "time for change" and promised a cleaner city, safer streets and parks and work to end the housing crisis.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

Launching the weekly Official UK Christian & Gospel Singles Chart, it said it wanted to "highlight singles released by British artists" based on UK sales and streams.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

Launching the boats now would be suicidal, but chances were they were about to be pitched into the water at any moment.

From "Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World" by Jennifer Armstrong