airing
Americannoun
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an exposure to the air, as for drying.
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a public discussion or disclosure, as of ideas, proposals, or facts.
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a walk, drive, exercise period, etc., in the open air, especially to promote health.
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the act of broadcasting on radio or television.
The new comedy program will have its first airing this Friday night.
noun
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exposure to air or warmth, as for drying or ventilation
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( as modifier )
airing cupboard
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an excursion in the open air
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exposure to public debate
Etymology
Origin of airing
Example Sentences
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But in the process it is alienating many Russians, especially young people, and depriving citizens of legitimate outlets for airing their grievances.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
The show’s 10th season, which is currently airing, documented their increasingly turbulent partnership.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
Its episodic encores are currently airing on Fox as a lead-in to “The Faithful,” whose showrunner, René Echevarria, is an old hand at both network and cable, and whose work includes “The 4400.”
From Salon • Mar. 29, 2026
All episodes of The Pitt season one are available to stream exclusively on HBO Max in the UK and Ireland, with episodes from season two airing on a weekly basis.
From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026
Joanna was taking her baby out for an airing in its carriage.
From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith
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