represent
verb (used with object)
to serve to express, designate, stand for, or denote, as a word, symbol, or the like does; symbolize.
are representing
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present progressiveof represent.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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There are a number of World Cup stars who could have played for England, but are representing other countries.
From BBC ● Jul. 8, 2026
Nearly one-quarter of players at this World Cup were born in countries other than the one they are representing, said Marissa Kiss of George Mason University's Institute for Immigration Research.
From Barron's ● Jun. 18, 2026
While all athletes are representing their own countries, in figure skating they tend to be coached individually rather than per nation.
From BBC ● Feb. 9, 2026
Attorneys from the ACLU, Seton Hall University and the Center for Constitutional Rights are representing the families in Massachusetts federal district court.
From Salon ● Jan. 27, 2026
“Once she learns that you are representing her child, she will listen and aid you.”
From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young
