acknowledge
verb (used with object)
to admit to be real or true; recognize the existence, truth, or fact of.
acknowledging
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present participleof acknowledge.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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While acknowledging potentially beneficial applications, she urged the audience to become more engaged in the debate over its development.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 6, 2026
"I think it is overdue that we have another fundamental look," said McDonald, acknowledging the archipelago's "iconic status" in the UK as a result of its victory in the war over 40 years ago.
From Barron's ● Sep. 4, 2026
At the time of the results, the firm said new product launches would leave "JLR in good shape whilst acknowledging the continuing geopolitical, inflationary and regulatory challenges the industry faces".
From BBC ● Sep. 1, 2026
“Clown is so much about embracing failure and vulnerability and acknowledging that you don’t have control over your own life,” she said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 26, 2026
But instead of simply acknowledging the fact, I would fly into a wounded rage.
From "Jacob Have I Loved" by Katherine Paterson
