refer
verb (used with object)
to direct for information or anything required.
are referring
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present progressiveof refer.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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Psychiatric researchers are referring to the confluence of these three characteristics—sycophancy, linguistic alignment and hyperpersonalization—as the “amplification spiral,” suggesting it’s the mechanism by which delusional thinking can fester.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 27, 2026
Most people who talk about alternative currencies are referring to alternative fiat currencies, like the euro, yen, and renminbi.
From Barron's ● Feb. 6, 2026
"Many of the injured are developing infections. Some doctors are referring them to surgeons who can treat them in private clinics," Parnia's cited her friends as saying.
From BBC ● Jan. 23, 2026
This system ensures that scientists around the world are referring to the same organism when discussing a species.
From Science Daily ● Jan. 6, 2026
Everyone knows which island you are referring to.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
