star
noun
any of the heavenly bodies, except the moon, appearing as fixed luminous points in the sky at night.
are starring
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present progressiveof star.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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Investors are starring in Wall Street’s version of It’s a Wonderful Life, and most don’t even know it.
From Barron's ● Dec. 24, 2025
None of these are starring roles, but once you’ve watched “Dancing for the Devil” that might change.
From Salon ● Jun. 6, 2024
Ferris said the other afternoon at the Pershing Square Signature Center in Manhattan, where they are starring in the New Group’s Off Broadway production of Laura Winters’s romantic comedy, “All of Me.”
From New York Times ● May 30, 2024
Actors Ian McKellen and Roger Allam are starring opposite one another in a new play, Frank & Percy.
From BBC ● Sep. 6, 2023
Now they are starring in "Lady, Be Good," on tour after a long run in New York.
From The Art of Stage Dancing The Story of a Beautiful and Profitable Profession by Ned Wayburn
