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are pairing

  • present progressive of pair.

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Investors and executives at many space startups say they are pairing real demand with calculated bets on developing technology.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 15, 2026

"Our approach is like taking a wide-angle camera inside the ballroom. Now we can see how the dancers are pairing up and paying attention to one another, so they don't bump into each other."

From Science Daily Apr. 27, 2026

He said many of his peers are pairing their experiences with chants, intention-setting, spells and manifestation.

From Los Angeles Times May 8, 2024

A new home: The Wizards sent their acquisition Chris Paul to the Warriors, who are pairing former rivals and going all-in on a title next season, The Athletic reports.

From New York Times Jun. 23, 2023

In March, when hares are pairing, four or five may frequently be found together in one field.

From The Confessions of a Poacher by Anonymous