ail
verb (used with object)
to cause pain, uneasiness, or trouble to.
are ailing
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present progressiveof ail.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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It’s sobering and painful work because people have died or are ailing.
From Salon ● Sep. 11, 2026
But the Bucks are ailing; Khris Middleton’s knee is a concern, and winning All-Star captain Giannis Antetokounmpo played only 20 seconds Sunday night because of a wrist issue.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 20, 2023
"It's a mercy for people who are ailing or sick."
From Reuters ● Jul. 8, 2021
Like larger ultrasound devices, handheld ones can show visual signs that lungs are ailing.
From Scientific American ● Jun. 11, 2020
Men," said he, "if any more of you are ailing, speak up, and let me know.
From Omoo by Herman Melville
