heed
verb (used with object)
to give careful attention to.
are heeding
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present progressiveof heed.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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Mostly, Estonians are heeding the calls for calm.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 9, 2026
While Brooks said that some of his military clients are heeding that call on gold because of its long track record in holding value, they are also looking for newer diversification options.
From MarketWatch ● Jan. 30, 2026
“More companies are heeding the president’s call so that Americans know what they’re paying for upfront and can save money as a result.”
From New York Times ● Jun. 15, 2023
Some mosques and Muslims around the world are heeding such calls, one small step at a time.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 16, 2023
Frank walked up and spoke: "I see, my dear boy, that you are heeding the Bible admonition."
From Frank Merriwell's Nobility The Tragedy of the Ocean Tramp by Burt L. Standish
