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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But acknowledging a property’s cheesy elements isn’t the same as generating consistent laughs from the situation.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 16, 2026
Warsh focused on the surge in investment thanks to artificial intelligence while acknowledging that inflation was elevated.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 16, 2026
While acknowledging the medical-device unit needed work, the company said it was on track to surpass $100 billion in yearly sales.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026
With decades-long careers in public office, both Jackson and Collins are striking a balance between defending their records and acknowledging that voters think the status quo is broken.
From Salon ● Oct. 12, 2026
Stick did look exhausted, but I wouldn’t give him the satisfaction of acknowledging it.
From "The Rock and the River" by Kekla Magoon
