snore
verb (used without object)
to breathe during sleep with hoarse or harsh sounds caused by the vibrating of the soft palate.
snoring
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present participleof snore.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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But witnesses said that Pike remained awake longer than expected and was later heard "loudly snoring" before an ambulance rushed her to a nearby hospital.
From Barron's ● Oct. 2, 2026
The condemned woman was "loudly snoring, clearly very alive" as the journalists were ushered out of the area, Chandler told CBS.
From Barron's ● Oct. 1, 2026
We always have grand plans about watching a movie or whatever, and then we’re both inevitably snoring by 10 p.m. at the latest.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 14, 2026
Johal says too many couples put up with snoring "for too long", which impacts their relationships and wellbeing.
From BBC ● Sep. 10, 2026
I envisioned Merry curled up inside an empty open casket, lying on smooth white satin and clutching her blanket to herself, snoring her little-girl snores.
From Each Little Bird That Sings by Deborah Wiles
