avail
verb (used with object)
to be of use or value to; profit; advantage.
availing
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present participleof avail.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Still, Levinson said, Siebel Newsom’s availing herself of the public forum did not mean she had violated the law.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 7, 2026
An interesting gauntlet was thrown down this week when the parent of Fox News agreed to acquire Roku, availing itself of a post-cable platform to compete for news dominance.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 19, 2026
"This time frame represents a broad enough range to demonstrate climate change, while also availing of the most recent reliable data that covers both the climate change and extremism dimensions for the country."
From Science Daily ● Apr. 3, 2024
For 20 years, Thomas benefited from Huizenga's attention as well, availing himself of the billionaire's fleet of aircraft and other luxuries.
From Salon ● Aug. 10, 2023
Lady Lansdowne looked this way and that; at length availing herself of the solitude, she paced the walk to its end.
From Chippinge Borough by Stanley J. Weyman
