grant
verb (used with object)
to bestow or confer, especially by a formal act.
am granting
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present progressiveof grant (1st person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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“I have carefully reviewed Howard Denice Dudley’s case and am granting him a Pardon of Innocence,” Cooper said in a statement.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 21, 2021
“I have carefully reviewed Montoyae Dontae Sharpe’s case and am granting him a Pardon of Innocence,” Mr. Cooper, a Democrat, said in a statement.
From New York Times ● Nov. 12, 2021
“I am granting the motion because although these cases are factually different … I don’t think there is factual difference that denies the motion to reinstate,” Cahill said.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 11, 2021
“So, for that reason, I am granting the petition.”
From Washington Times ● Jul. 31, 2020
You will remember that this same fidelity has touched me to such an extent that I am granting you an interview with your former master.
From Domnei A Comedy of Woman-Worship by James Branch Cabell
