pair
noun
two identical, similar, or corresponding things that are matched for use together.
are pairing
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present progressiveof pair.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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One year after the death of Giorgio Armani, his brand's designs are pairing traditional elegance with crystals and sequins for the spring-summer collection presented on Sunday.
From Barron's ● Sep. 27, 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
