mark
noun
a visible impression or trace on something, such as a line, cut, dent, stain, or bruise.
am marking
-
present progressiveof mark (1st person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
I am marking each day on the calendar with a big “X” as I count down the next two weeks.
From Salon ● Jan. 7, 2025
“But I am aware that I am marking a before and after within the genre, because being a trend within 16 different countries is something very big and that was not achieved before with regional.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 13, 2024
"I am marking this day with this ice cream," said the 79-year-old retired bank manager, an impish smile creasing her face.
From Reuters ● May 9, 2022
I am marking off the hours on the wall.
From Washington Post ● Jul. 15, 2021
"I am marking the cows, that we must sell."
From Seed-time and Harvest A Novel by Reuter, Fritz
